The cheapest and fastest trains from Offenburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Offenburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Offenburg to Zurich will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 10 trains that leave Offenburg for Zurich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4717 · IC 4838:583h25Offenburg station12:23Zurich HB£411One-way1 change
ICE 273 · IC 5538:032h23Offenburg station10:26Zurich HB£581One-way1 change
ICE 27710:302h30Offenburg station13:00Zurich HB£651One-way0 changes
ICE 2758:302h30Offenburg station11:00Zurich HB£651One-way0 changes
17111 · ICE 101 · EC 1519:062h54Offenburg station12:00Zurich HB£711One-way2 changes
ICE 273 · IC 5538:032h23Offenburg station10:26Zurich HB£581One-way1 change
ICE 273+
IC 5538:032h23Offenburg station10:26Zurich HB£941One-way1 change
ICE 27710:302h30Offenburg station13:00Zurich HB£651One-way0 changes
ICE 2758:302h30Offenburg station11:00Zurich HB£651One-way0 changes
ICE 27710:302h30Offenburg station13:00Zurich HB£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Offenburg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Offenburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 131 km
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£46 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Offenburg to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Offenburg to Zurich trains for today, Friday 17 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 273 · IC 553 | Delayed 6:03 8:03Offenburg station | 2h23 | 10:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 273+ IC 553 | Delayed 6:03 8:03Offenburg station | 2h23 | 10:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 April | |||||
ICE 273 · IC 553 | 8:03 Offenburg station | 2h23 | 10:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 273+ IC 553 | 8:03 Offenburg station | 2h23 | 10:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 275 | On time 8:30 Offenburg station | 2h30 | 11:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 275 | On time 8:30 Offenburg station | 2h30 | 11:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE2+ IC 483 | On time 8:58 Offenburg station | 3h25 | 12:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
4717 · IC 483 | On time 8:58 Offenburg station | 3h25 | 12:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
RB26+ ICE 101+ EC 151 | 9:06 Offenburg station | 2h54 | 12:00 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
17111 · ICE 101 · EC 151 | 9:06 Offenburg station | 2h54 | 12:00 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 277 | On time 10:30 Offenburg station | 2h30 | 13:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 277 | On time 10:30 Offenburg station | 2h30 | 13:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Offenburg to Zurich
Trains from Offenburg to Zurich run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 21:59 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, SBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet from Offenburg to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, SBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Offenburg and Zurich from £9. 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.
ÖBB | ICE
SBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
FAQs: Offenburg to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Offenburg 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 Offenburg 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: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Quoc-Thai
- Grill & Kebaphaus
- Drehers Stehcafe
- Museumscafe
- Hotel Sonne
- Boarding House Alte Spinnerei
- Hotel Union
- Borofskys
- Fantasia Offenburg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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