How to travel from Friedrichshafen to Zurich

There are 2 options to travel between Friedrichshafen and Zurich including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Friedrichshafen to Zurich:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Zurich costing on average €36.

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 54m.

The distance from Friedrichshafen to Zurich is approximately 47 miles (77 km).

The average frequency per day from Friedrichshafen to Zurich is:

• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Friedrichshafen and Zurich as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Friedrichshafen to Zurich:

• Trains mostly depart from Friedrichshafen Stadt and arrive in Zurich HB.
• Buses mostly depart from Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Friedrichshafen to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SBB, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft to go to Zurich by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Friedrichshafen to Zurich with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct trains per day with SBB.
• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Friedrichshafen to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.