The cheapest and fastest trains from Augsburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Augsburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Augsburg to Zurich will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
To travel from Augsburg to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
ICE 918 · IC 18710:484h35Augsburg Hbf15:23Zurich HB£471One-way1 change
ICE 1010 · IC 1858:484h35Augsburg Hbf13:23Zurich HB£471One-way1 change
ECE 196+
627308:433h45Augsburg Hbf12:28Zurich HB£651One-way1 change
ECE 194+
6273410:413h47Augsburg Hbf14:28Zurich HB£741One-way1 change
ECE 196+
627308:433h45Augsburg Hbf12:28Zurich HB£651One-way1 change
ECE 194+
6273410:413h47Augsburg Hbf14:28Zurich HB£741One-way1 change
ICE 918 · IC 18710:484h35Augsburg Hbf15:23Zurich HB£471One-way1 change
ICE 1010 · IC 1858:484h35Augsburg Hbf13:23Zurich HB£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Augsburg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Augsburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £103.
Distance: 207 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Augsburg to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Augsburg to Zurich trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
62730+ ECE 196 | On time 8:48 Augsburg Hbf | 3h40 | 12:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
62734+ ECE 194 | On time 10:45 Augsburg Hbf | 3h43 | 14:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 918 · IC 187 | On time 10:48 Augsburg Hbf | 4h35 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · 3214 · 4725 · IC 487 | On time 11:17 Augsburg Hbf | 5h06 | 16:23 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Augsburg to Zurich
Trains from Augsburg to Zurich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 207 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 207 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:17 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Augsburg to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Augsburg and Zurich from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Augsburg to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Augsburg to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Augsburg and Zurich
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00
- Hoshi Bistro
- Goldener Stern
- Restaurant Kafanica
- Heyzel Coffee
- Hotel Ost am Kö
- City Boarding House am Kö
- Hotel Lochbrunner
- Bayerisches Haus am Dom
- Cuu Long Asia Imbiss
- Michelangelo
- Caprice
- Mama Pizza / Hot Wok
- Hotel Augsburg Goldener Falke
- Emmi's Kitchen
- Caffé ferro
- Manolito's
- Dimos Gaststätte Hochfeld
- City Boarding House am Kö
- Dorint an der Kongresshalle Augsburg
- Super 8 by Wyndham Augsburg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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