The cheapest and fastest trains from Konstanz to Zurich
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Konstanz to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Konstanz to Zurich will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Konstanz to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Konstanz to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Konstanz to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 58 km
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£28 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Konstanz to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Konstanz to Zurich trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:53 Konstanz | 1h30 | 16:23 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:53 Konstanz | 1h30 | 18:23 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:53 Konstanz | 1h30 | 19:23 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
87668+ IC 481 | On time 07:53 Konstanz station | 1h30 | 09:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
87672+ IC 183 | On time 08:53 Konstanz station | 1h30 | 10:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
87676+ IC 483 | On time 09:53 Konstanz station | 1h30 | 11:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Konstanz to Zurich
Trains from Konstanz to Zurich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SBB, Thurbo from Konstanz to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, SBB, Thurbo trains will get you between Konstanz and Zurich from £5. 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.
SBB
Thurbo
FAQs: Konstanz to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Konstanz 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 Konstanz and Zurich
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Zum Pfannkuchen
- Restaurant Wessenberg
- Voglhaus
- Deli
- Hotel Scheffelhof
- Graf Zeppelin
- City Hotel
- Hotel Halm
- Kantine
- Le Cèdre
- Güggeli Express
- Anglerstuben
- Aqua Hotel + Hostel
- Ninos (Pizza)
- Brauhaus Joh. Albrecht
- La Bodega
- Petershof Hotel Restaurant
- Petershof Hotel Restaurant
- Bilger Hotel
- 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, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, 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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