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Major museum complex covering archaeology, art and local history in the former All Saints’ monastery.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 2 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
119 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
8:223h02Strasbourg11:24Schaffhausen£541One-way0 changes
- 8:223h02Strasbourg11:24Schaffhausen£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Strasbourg to Schaffhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 119 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is a coach with an average price of £14.
This is compared to other travel options from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen costing on average £52.
The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 35m.
Other travel options to Schaffhausen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Schaffhausen including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £52 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 2h 41m versus 2h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Strasbourg to Schaffhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Schaffhausen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:22 Strasbourg | 3h02 | 14:24 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 8:22 Strasbourg | 3h02 | 11:24 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen
France
Switzerland
Trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 3h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Strasbourg and Schaffhausen from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£51
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Schaffhausen
Things to do in Schaffhausen
Discover the best of Schaffhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schaffhausen trip today.
- Recommended
Vordergasse 59
Modern art museum showing changing exhibitions of Swiss and international contemporary art near the old town.
- Recommended
IWC Museum
Private museum presenting clockmaking, watches and mechanical timepieces linked to Schaffhausen’s watchmaking heritage.
- Must visit
Altstadt Schaffhausen
Traffic-free old town area with frescoed houses, fountains and narrow lanes, excellent for exploring Schaffhausen on foot.
- Recommended
Fronwagplatz
Central old-town square lined with painted façades, shops and cafés, ideal for people-watching and historic atmosphere.
- Recommended
Vordergasse
Main pedestrian street through the old town, known for ornate bay windows, historic façades and easy strolling.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Rösti
Crisp potato rösti, often served as a side or topped with bacon, cheese or egg. It is a Swiss staple widely eaten in Schaffhausen and across the German-speaking region.
Zürcher Geschnetzeltes
Veal or pork in a creamy mushroom sauce, usually served with rösti or noodles. It is a classic Swiss comfort dish common on traditional menus in Schaffhausen.
- Vegetarian
Cheese fondue
Melted cheese dish from nearby northern Switzerland, often made with white wine and eaten with bread. It is a sociable alpine classic popular in colder months.
Restaurant Zum Alten Schweizer
Traditional Swiss restaurant in the old town known for hearty regional dishes, classic décor and a cosy atmosphere.
Güterhof
Historic venue by the Rhine serving Swiss and seasonal cuisine in a refined but relaxed setting near the old town.
Restaurant Falken
Popular casual spot for Swiss dishes and grilled specialities with a friendly local feel and central location.
Swiss franc (CHF)
Schaffhausen is costly by European standards. Hotels, meals and local transport are pricier than nearby Germany, though Switzerland’s reliable services and quality partly offset the higher spend.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 80+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up by CHF 1-5 in cafés, taxis and casual meals, or leave about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service.
ZVV App
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- CHF 2.80
- Day pass
- CHF 5.60
To the city centre
Schaffhausen Bahnhof -> Schaffhausen Altstadt
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets before boarding from the ZVV App or a ticket machine; Schaffhausen local journeys use the local network fare.
- Contactless payment options can vary by sales channel, so use the ZVV App or station ticket machines if you want the most reliable card payment method.
FAQs: Strasbourg to Schaffhausen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen covers a distance of 119 km and takes approximately 3h 2m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is 119 km.
The first train from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen departs at 23:47.
Trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen.
To get from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen.
The train station in Strasbourg that goes to Schaffhausen is Strasbourg station, and it arrives at Schaffhausen.
The cheapest way to get from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is scenic, offering passengers views of the picturesque Alsace region with its charming villages and vineyards, as well as the rolling hills and forests of the Swiss countryside.
A day trip from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 2m. However, there are 3 trains per day available for this 119 km trip.
Two to three days in Schaffhausen are ideal to explore the Rhine Falls, visit the Munot Fortress, and stroll through the historic old town.
Yes, you can take the train from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Strasbourg and Schaffhausen
Most Strasbourg to Schaffhausen trains use the Strasbourg to Schaffhausen station pair. Use this guide to compare Strasbourg and Schaffhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Strasbourg
Arrival train stations in Schaffhausen
Which Strasbourg station do trains to Schaffhausen leave from?
Trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen leave from Strasbourg. The station is 1 km from Strasbourg city centre at 20 Place de la Gare, 67000 Strasbourg, France.
Strasbourg20 Place de la Gare, 67000 Strasbourg, France+33 3 88 75 67 68
City-centre transport
Getting to Strasbourg from Strasbourg city centre
TramA, D · 4m · £2 · every ~29 min
Strasbourg train station facilities and services
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Which Schaffhausen station do trains from Strasbourg arrive at?
Trains from Strasbourg to Schaffhausen arrive at Schaffhausen. Schaffhausen is from Schaffhausen city centre.
SchaffhausenBahnhofstrasse 1, 8200 Schaffhausen, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11
City-centre transport
Getting to Schaffhausen from Schaffhausen city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TrainSBB services
Schaffhausen train station facilities and services
Schaffhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Güterhof, Restaurant Falken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Schaffhausen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Schaffhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Schaffhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Schaffhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Schaffhausen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kronenhof, Sorell Hotel Rüden, Hotel Park Villa.
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