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Compare bus and train for Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. 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 $57, while a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m 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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Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee), with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $57 compared to roughly $82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 52m 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 Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee)
How to get from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zurich to Lindau (Bodensee) is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
EC 999:32 AM 1h36 Zurich HB 11:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- EC 99
9:32 AM 1h36 Zurich HB 11:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- EC 99
9:32 AM 1h36 Zurich HB 11:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station $21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- EC 97
7:32 AM 1h36 Zurich HB 9:08 AM Lindau-Reutin station $29 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 191
11:32 AM 1h36 Zurich HB 1:08 PM Lindau-Reutin station $29 1 One-way 0 transfers 
IC 1 707 | 707 · IR 13 2209 | 2209 · B 251 28020 | 280208:44 AM 1h46 Zürich Oerlikon 10:30 AM Lindau (Bodensee) $30 1 One-way 2 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Lindau (Bodensee) as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Lindau-Reutin station.
- Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Lindau, Blaukreuzstrasse.
- Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight to go to Lindau (Bodensee) by train.
- 2 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
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