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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station without transferring at least 2 times.
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7:37 AM5h08Zurich HB12:45 PMEllwangen station$1221One-way2 transfers- 9:37 AM5h08Zurich HB2:45 PMEllwangen station$1221One-way2 transfers
- 11:37 AM5h08Zurich HB4:45 PMEllwangen station$1221One-way2 transfers
- 1:37 PM5h08Zurich HB6:45 PMEllwangen station$1221One-way2 transfers
- 3:37 PM5h08Zurich HB8:45 PMEllwangen station$1221One-way2 transfers
- 6:37 AM4h31Zurich HB11:08 AMEllwangen station$1281One-way2 transfers
- 8:37 AM4h31Zurich HB1:08 PMEllwangen station$1281One-way2 transfers
- 10:37 AM4h31Zurich HB3:08 PMEllwangen station$1281One-way2 transfers
- 12:37 PM4h31Zurich HB5:08 PMEllwangen station$1281One-way2 transfers
- 2:37 PM4h31Zurich HB7:08 PMEllwangen station$1281One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich HB to Ellwangen station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $122, and a flight costs an average of $264.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$127 Average price Cheapest | $264 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station:
A train is $137 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station costing on average $264 (€217).
Other travel options to Ellwangen station take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-66.09 (€-54.16). The journey takes 5h 50m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich HB to Ellwangen station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Ellwangen station trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:37 PM Zurich HB | 10h41 | 6:18 AM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 8:37 PM Zurich HB | 12h32 | 9:09 AM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 6:37 AM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 11:08 AM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 12:45 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 8:37 AM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 1:08 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 9:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 2:45 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 10:37 AM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 3:08 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 11:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 4:45 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 12:37 PM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 5:08 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 6:45 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 2:37 PM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 7:08 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 3:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 8:45 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 4:37 PM Zurich HB | 4h31 | 9:08 PM Ellwangen station | 2 transfers | |
| 5:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 10:45 PM Ellwangen station | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station
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Trains from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€100) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€100) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 6:37 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Ellwangen station from $122 (€100). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Ellwangen station 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 Ellwangen station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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