The cheapest and fastest trains from Regensburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Regensburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Regensburg to Zurich will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 4 trains that leave Regensburg 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 320 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 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.








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Compare coach, train and flight for Regensburg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Regensburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 320 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Regensburg to Zurich train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 4857 · ECE 194 | On time 07:46 Regensburg Hbf | 5h41 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ag 84322+ ICE 581 · RE 3880 · REX 5577 | On time 07:53 Regensburg Hbf | 7h28 | 15:21 Zurich HB | 6 changes | |
ICE 94 · RE 88614 · IC 487 | On time 08:35 Regensburg Hbf | 6h48 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
RE 4859 · ECE 192 | On time 09:46 Regensburg Hbf | 5h41 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ag 84326+ ICE 533 · ECE 192 | On time 09:53 Regensburg Hbf | 5h34 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Regensburg to Zurich
Distance 320 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, agilis, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Die Länderbahn from Regensburg to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, agilis, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Die Länderbahn trains will get you between Regensburg and Zurich from £16. 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 | Euro City (EC)
agilis
Die Länderbahn
FAQs: Regensburg to Zurich train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Regensburg and Zurich
- Monday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Tuesday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Wednesday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Thursday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Friday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 16:30
- L'Osteria da Nino
- Pritanio
- Heuport
- Zara
- Star Inn
- Bischofshof
- Münchner Hof
- Kaiserhof
- Restaurant Meilenstein
- Prima Döner
- Pizzeria Gelati Italiani
- Khoros
- 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
- 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 available nearby with several parking options
- Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
- Les Halles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- 25hours Hotel Zürich West
- Sheraton Zürich Hotel
- Novotel Zurich City West
- 800 places, covered
- Located on the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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
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