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Compare train for Zurich to Donaueschingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Donaueschingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. 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 train costs an average of CHF 32, while a train costs an average of CHF 32.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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CHF 32 Average price Cheapest | CHF 59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Tickets start at around CHF 32 compared to roughly CHF 59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 28. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 19m 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.
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How to get from Zurich to Donaueschingen by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zurich to Donaueschingen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

12:37 PM 1h58 Zurich 2:35 PM Donaueschingen CHF 49 1 One-way 0 transfers
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12:37 PM 1h58 Zurich 2:35 PM Donaueschingen CHF 49 1 One-way 0 transfers
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12:37 PM 1h58 Zurich 2:35 PM Donaueschingen CHF 49 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Donaueschingen as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Donaueschingen station.
- Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Villingen-Schwenningen, Schützenstraße.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Donaueschingen by train.
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