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Compare train and bus for Kaufbeuren to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaufbeuren to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. 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 $44, while a train costs an average of $103.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$103 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Kaufbeuren to Zurich
Compare the available ways to get from Kaufbeuren to Zurich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Kaufbeuren to Zurich:
A bus is $60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaufbeuren to Zurich costing on average $103.
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 19m.
Tickets start at around $103 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$54. The journey takes 3h 26m versus 3h 0m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Kaufbeuren to Zurich
How to get from Kaufbeuren to Zurich by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Kaufbeuren to Zurich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
3880 · EC 19212:21 PM 4h07 Kaufbeuren station 4:28 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 1 transfer
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3880 · EC 19212:21 PM 4h07 Kaufbeuren station 4:28 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
3880 · EC 19212:21 PM 4h07 Kaufbeuren station 4:28 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
3874 · EC 1968:21 AM 4h07 Kaufbeuren station 12:28 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 1 transfer
3876 · EC 19410:21 AM 4h07 Kaufbeuren station 2:28 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 1 transfer
3286 · REX 25888 · IR 327211:21 AM 4h31 Kaufbeuren station 3:52 PM Zurich HB $106 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Kaufbeuren to Zurich:
A bus is $60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaufbeuren to Zurich costing on average $103.
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 19m.
- Around 4 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kaufbeuren and Zurich as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Kaufbeuren station and arrive in Zurich HB.
- Buses mostly depart from Kempten, Kotterner Straße and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
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