- Must visit
Museum im Ritterhaus
City museum in a historic building presenting Offenburg’s history, art, and cultural development through rotating displays.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Offenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Offenburg will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich for Offenburg on Fri, Jul 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.






Trains from Zurich to Offenburg run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Offenburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:59 AM Zurich | 2h26 | 9:25 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Zurich | 2h22 | 9:56 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Zurich | 2h22 | 10:56 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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City museum in a historic building presenting Offenburg’s history, art, and cultural development through rotating displays.
Memorial and exhibition center in the historic Salmen building, focused on democracy, civil rights, and Baden history.
Modern exhibition venue for contemporary art, photography, and cultural projects in a central urban location.
Offenburg’s main pedestrian street, lined with shops, historic façades, and lively city-center atmosphere.
Historic old town area with compact lanes, colorful houses, and easy walking between major sights.
Central square framed by civic buildings and cafés, often used for markets, events, and relaxed people-watching.
A hearty Black Forest tart onion pie, often served in autumn with new wine. It is a beloved Baden seasonal classic in local wine taverns.
Thin pan-fried pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A comforting Swabian-Baden soup found across the Ortenau region.
Large Swabian pasta pockets filled with meat, spinach, onions, and herbs. A regional staple in southwest Germany and common around Offenburg.
Established fine dining venue in nearby Durbach with polished Baden cuisine and strong regional wine focus.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Baden and Alsatian dishes in a classic, refined setting near central Offenburg.
Well-known brewery-style venue serving hearty regional food and local beer in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and cheaper than larger tourist cities like Munich or Frankfurt.
Service is included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Offenburg Bahnhof -> Offenburg Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Offenburg 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 Offenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Offenburg trains use the Zürich HB to Offenburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Offenburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
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.
Offenburg 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: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
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