How to travel from Regensburg to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Regensburg to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Regensburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a flight costs an average of €544.

Distance: 198 miles (320 km)

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€544

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€99

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€37

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€78

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4h 42m

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2h 42m

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6h 38m

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7h 19m

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6h 49m

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4h 53m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Zurich costing on average €99.

A bus is €507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Zurich costing on average €544.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 38m.

Bus takes on average 7h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Regensburg and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Regensburg to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 11m sooner (2h 42m by flight vs 4h 53m by car). Tickets start at around €544 compared to roughly €78 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Regensburg to Zurich

How to get from Regensburg to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    4:45 PM5h55
    Regensburg
    10:40 PMZurich
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    4:45 PM5h55
    Regensburg
    10:40 PMZurich
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    4:45 PM5h55
    Regensburg
    10:40 PMZurich
    301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:05 AM7h40
    Regensburg
    4:45 PMZurich
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:05 AM7h40
    Regensburg
    5:45 PMZurich
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:15 AM9h15
    Regensburg
    1:30 PMZurich
    441One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Regensburg and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Zurich costing on average €63.

A bus is €507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Zurich costing on average €544.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 18m.

Bus takes on average 7h 19m.

The distance from Regensburg to Zurich is approximately 198 miles (320 km).
The average frequency per day from Regensburg to Zurich is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Regensburg to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Regensburg Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Regensburg to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Smartwings, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Cityjet, Edelweiss Air to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with agilis, Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Regensburg to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Regensburg 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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