The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 16 trains that leave Zurich for Lindau (Bodensee) on Mon, Jun 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 08 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Mon, Jun 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
RJX 161+
REX 16:40 AM2h18Zurich HB8:58 AMLindau-Reutin station$241One-way1 transfer
EC 1931:32 PM1h36Zurich HB3:08 PMLindau-Reutin station$431One-way0 transfers
IR 13 3263 | 3263 · B 251 28026 | 2802610:15 AM1h37Zürich Oerlikon11:52 AMLindau (Bodensee)$461One-way1 transfer
IR 13 3263 | 3263 · B 251 28026 | 2802610:08 AM1h44Zurich HB11:52 AMLindau (Bodensee)$481One-way1 transfer
RJX 167+
REX 112:40 PM2h18Zurich HB2:58 PMLindau-Reutin station$491One-way1 transfer
IC 1 705 | 705 · S 5 11529 | 11529 · B 254 25425 | 254257:44 AM1h32Zürich Oerlikon9:16 AMLindau (Bodensee)$511One-way2 transfers
EC 977:32 AM1h36Zurich HB9:08 AMLindau-Reutin station$551One-way0 transfers
EC 1931:32 PM1h36Zurich HB3:08 PMLindau-Reutin station$431One-way0 transfers
IR 13 3263 | 3263 · B 251 28026 | 2802610:15 AM1h37Zürich Oerlikon11:52 AMLindau (Bodensee)$461One-way1 transfer
IC 1 705 | 705 · S 5 11529 | 11529 · B 254 25425 | 254257:37 AM1h39Zurich HB9:16 AMLindau (Bodensee)$551One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee):
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Lindau (Bodensee) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
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 to Lindau (Bodensee) train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) trains for today, Sunday, June 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 3255 · REX 25883 | 6:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h05 | 8:13 AM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
IR 3255+ REX 7 | 6:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 8:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 161 · REX 5562 | 6:40 AM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 9:03 AM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
RJX 161+ REX 1 | 6:40 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 8:58 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
EC 97 | 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 9:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3259+ REX 7 | 8:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 10:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
IR 3259 · REX 25885 | 8:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h05 | 10:13 AM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
EC 163+ S 1 | 8:40 AM Zurich HB | 2h49 | 11:29 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
EC 99 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 11:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3263 · REX 25887 | 10:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h05 | 12:13 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
IR 3263+ REX 7 | 10:08 AM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 12:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 165 · REX 5572 | 10:40 AM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 1:03 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
RJX 165+ REX 1 | 10:40 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 12:58 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
EC 191 | 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 1:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3267+ REX 7 | 12:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 2:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
IR 3267 · REX 25889 | 12:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h05 | 2:13 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
RJX 167 · REX 5578 | 12:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 3:03 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
RJX 167+ REX 1 | 12:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 2:58 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
EC 193 | 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 3:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3271 · REX 25891 | 2:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h07 | 4:15 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
IR 3271+ REX 7 | 2:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h04 | 4:12 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 169 · REX 5584 | 2:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 5:03 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
RJX 169+ REX 1 | 2:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 4:58 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
EC 195 | 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 5:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3275+ REX 7 | 4:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 6:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
IR 3275 · REX 25893 | 4:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h04 | 6:12 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
EC 197 | 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 7:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3279 · REX 25895 | 6:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h04 | 8:12 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
IR 3279+ REX 7 | 6:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h00 | 8:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 369+ REX 1 | 6:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 8:58 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 369 · REX 5596 | 6:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 9:03 PM Lindau-Insel | 1 transfer | |
EC 199 | 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 9:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3283 · RE 3503 · S 3 · REX 5558 | On time 8:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h28 | 10:36 PM Lindau-Insel | 3 transfers | |
EN 40465+ S 1 | 8:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h49 | 11:29 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1 transfer | |
IR 3285 · RE 3505 · S 3 · S 1 | 9:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h27 | 11:35 PM Lindau-Insel | 3 transfers | |
IR 3287 · S 3 · S 1 | 10:08 PM Zurich HB | 6h51 | 4:59 AM Lindau-Insel | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
Trains from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Lindau (Bodensee) from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
EuroNight
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) 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 Lindau (Bodensee), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- Bodenseehotel
- Dodici
- Crêpes Inn
- Das Restaurant von Feneberg
- Bodenseehotel
- Am Rehberg
- Hotel Reulein
- Köchlin
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:15
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:15
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:15
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:15
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:15
- Saturday: 08:00 - 15:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
- Italienisches Eiskaffee
- Ottimo
- Alte Post
- Café Schreier
- Hotel Reutemann
- Hotel Helvetia
- Lindauer Hof
- Zum Stift
- Rebstock
- NO NAME
- Eiscafé Venezia
- Asia Bambusgarten
- Hotel Café Ebner
- Max
- Am Rehberg
- Schöngarten Garni
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