How to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich

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Compare train and bus for Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF29, while a train costs an average of CHF29.

Distance: 32 miles (52 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is a train with an average price of CHF25.

This is compared to other travel options from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich:

A train is CHF11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich costing on average CHF36.

The fastest way to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Radolfzell am Bodensee and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around CHF25 compared to roughly CHF14 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich

How to get from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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    8:14 AM1h15
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    9:29 AMZurich
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    8:14 AM1h15
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    9:29 AMZurich
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    8:14 AM1h15
    Radolfzell am Bodensee
    9:29 AMZurich
    CHF351One-way
    0 transfers

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    8:29 AMZurich
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FAQs: Travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich

Travel to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich.

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There are 2 options to travel between Radolfzell am Bodensee and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is a train with an average price of CHF25.

This is compared to other travel options from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich:

A train is CHF11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich costing on average CHF36.

The fastest way to travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is by bus with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 35m.

The distance from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is approximately 32 miles (52 km).
The average frequency per day from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Radolfzell am Bodensee 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 Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Radolfzell station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Singen, Hohentwielstadion and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
Omio customers who travel from Radolfzell am Bodensee to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, 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.

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