The cheapest and fastest trains from Schwangau to Zurich
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schwangau to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schwangau to Zurich will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Schwangau to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
62705+
ECE 19212:204h08Füssen station16:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
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ECE 19014:204h08Füssen station18:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62777+
ECE 9816:204h08Füssen station20:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62743+
ECE 1968:214h07Füssen station12:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62745+
ECE 19410:204h08Füssen station14:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62743+
ECE 1968:214h07Füssen station12:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62705+
ECE 19212:204h08Füssen station16:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62761+
ECE 19014:204h08Füssen station18:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62777+
ECE 9816:204h08Füssen station20:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
62745+
ECE 19410:204h08Füssen station14:28Zurich HB£361One-way1 change
Live departures
Schwangau to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Schwangau to Zurich trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:14 Schwangau | 4h14 | 13:28 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 Schwangau | 4h08 | 14:28 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 June | |||||
S7 · 57812 · 3284 · REX 25886 | 8:12 Ulrichsbrücke-Füssen | 5h40 | 13:52 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
62743+ ECE 196 | On time 8:21 Füssen station | 4h07 | 12:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
S7 · ECE 192 | On time 8:48 Ulrichsbrücke-Füssen | 7h40 | 16:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Schwangau to Zurich by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schwangau to Zurich
Trains from Schwangau to Zurich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn from Schwangau to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn trains will get you between Schwangau and Zurich from £41. 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.
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Schwangau to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schwangau 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 Schwangau and Zurich
- 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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