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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European collections from medieval works to modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Radolfzell am Bodensee for Zurich on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $41.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 5m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:14 AM Radolfzell am Bodensee | 1h12 | 8:26 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Radolfzell am Bodensee | 1h07 | 11:23 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Zurich is among Europe’s most expensive cities. Hotels, dining, and transport cost well above average.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxis and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
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Zurich HB -> Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich trains use the Radolfzell to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen. Use this guide to compare Radolfzell am Bodensee and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Radolfzell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nepal Haus, ESV-Heim, Gasthof Seerose, Eiscafe Tiramisu
Wi-Fi is available at Radolfzell. ATMs are available at Radolfzell.
Ticket office support is available at Radolfzell. Information desks are available at Radolfzell.
Luggage storage is available at Radolfzell. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Radolfzell: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Radolfzell: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Radolfzell.
Nearby hotels include Gasthof Seerose, Hotel Krone, Hotel Kreuz, Hotel am Stadtgarten.
Haselbrunn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Haselbrunn.
Ticket office support is available at Haselbrunn. Information desks are available at Haselbrunn.
Luggage storage is available at Haselbrunn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haselbrunn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haselbrunn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haselbrunn.
Markelfingen is 2 km from Radolfzell am Bodensee city centre. Public transport options include:
Markelfingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Sportheim am Ried, Restaurant Campingplatz Markelfingen, Kellhof, Radhotel + Einkehr am Gleis
Wi-Fi is available at Markelfingen. ATMs are available at Markelfingen.
Ticket office support is available at Markelfingen. Information desks are available at Markelfingen.
Luggage storage is available at Markelfingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Markelfingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Markelfingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Markelfingen.
Nearby hotels include Kellhof, Radhotel + Einkehr am Gleis.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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