- Must visit
Museum im Ritterhaus
City museum in a historic building presenting Offenburg’s history, art, and cultural development through rotating displays.
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$49
Fastest journey on Sep 14
2 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
2 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 14
4
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 $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 4 trains from Zurich to Offenburg, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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 Zurich to Offenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $88.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Offenburg:
A bus is $65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Offenburg costing on average $88.
Other travel options to Offenburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 44m.
The journey is about 6m faster (2h 24m by train vs 2h 30m by car) and roughly $5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 vs $93). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Offenburg trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:08 AM Zurich | 2h48 | 6:56 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 | |
![]() | 8:59 AM Zurich | 2h53 | 11:52 AM Offenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zurich to Offenburg run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
There are 4 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 2m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Offenburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Offenburg trip today.
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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