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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
77 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Friedrichshafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Friedrichshafen will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen without transferring at least once.
S 9+
SBB S62 · SBB S6+RB 1776708:07AM2h48
Zurich HB10:55AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$671One-way
3 transfers
RE 4912 · RE 304908:05AM2h08
Zurich HB10:13AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$671One-way
1 transfer
IR 3259 · REX 25885 · RB 1771208:09AM2h49
Zurich HB10:58AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$811One-way
2 transfers
RE 4912 · RE 304908:05AM2h08
Zurich HB10:13AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$671One-way
1 transfer
S 9+SBB S62 · SBB S6+RB 1776708:07AM2h48
Zurich HB10:55AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$671One-way
3 transfers
IR 3259 · REX 25885 · RB 1771208:09AM2h49
Zurich HB10:58AMFriedrichshafen Stadt
$811One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Friedrichshafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Friedrichshafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€51 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Friedrichshafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Friedrichshafen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:54 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 4912 · RE 3049 | On time 7:05 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 9:13 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 1 transfer | |
| S 9+SBB S62 · SBB S6+RB 17767 | On time 7:07 AM Zurich HB | 2h48 | 9:55 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 3 transfers | |
| IR 3259 · REX 25885 · RB 17712 | On time 7:09 AM Zurich HB | 2h49 | 9:58 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
Switzerland
Germany
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 22:31 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Zurich to Friedrichshafen start from as low as $27 (€22) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $62 (€51) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Friedrichshafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Friedrichshafen from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
$59 (€48)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€47)
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen is 47 miles (77 km).
Yes, a day trip from Zurich to Friedrichshafen is feasible. The journey takes 67 and covers a distance of 77. There are 4 trains per day, making travel convenient.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Friedrichshafen is Zurich HB, which connects to Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Friedrichshafen's key attractions, such as the Zeppelin Museum, Lake Constance, and local vineyards.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Friedrichshafen is scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, Lake Zurich, and the rolling landscapes near the Swiss-German border.
The train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen takes 1h 7m and runs 4 per day.
The last train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen leaves at 10:31 PM.
Train ticket prices from Zurich to Friedrichshafen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $62 (€51).
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Friedrichshafen.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich to Friedrichshafen.
The first train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen leaves at 12:08 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Friedrichshafen.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
Zurich
Friedrichshafen
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich Altstetten. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich Altstetten for your trip from Zurich to Friedrichshafen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 km
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 240 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Zürich Altstetten
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
Zürich Stadelhofen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
Dining
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1000 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
Public transit options for Zürich Stadelhofen
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
Dining
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 72 places, 60 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Zürich Oerlikon
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transit options for Zürich HB
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Stettbach
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingBike RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Friedrichshafen is Friedrichshafen Stadt. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Friedrichshafen Stadt for your journey to Friedrichshafen from Zurich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:15 - 16:30
- Sunday: 12:00 - 17:00
Dining
- Kochlöffel
- Ailinger Hof
- Cafe Vinebar Al Porto
- Felders
Hotel
- Stadthotel Kleiner Berg
- Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen
- Schwanen
- Villa Von Soden
Friedrichshafen Hafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- McDonald's
- Antalya
- Kochlöffel
- Ailinger Hof
Hotel
- Stadthotel Kleiner Berg
- Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen
- Schwanen
- Hotel Zeppelin
Friedrichshafen-Fischbach
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Bäckerei Café Ulmer
- Cafe Confiserie Höpker
- Sawasdee
- Restaurant Bahnhof Fischbach
Hotel
- Hotel Maier
- Hotel Traube am See
- Koenigsaecker
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Do-X
- Imbiss auf Besucherterrasse
- LSC Restaurant
- Volare
Friedrichshafen-Manzell
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Yam Yam
- Cafe Confiserie Höpker
- Cafe StrandGUT
- Waldhorn
Hotel
- Waldhorn
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