The cheapest and fastest trains from Tübingen to Zurich
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tübingen to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tübingen to Zurich will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Tübingen to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
32501 · IC 1983+
S62+
S 9
32505 · IC 1985+
S62+
S 9
32507 · IC 187
32499 · IC 183
32503 · IC 185
32507 · IC 187
32499 · IC 183
32503 · IC 185
32501 · IC 1983+
S62+
S 9
32505 · IC 1985+
S62+
S 9Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Tübingen to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tübingen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tübingen to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Tübingen to Zurich trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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32505 · IC 1985+ S62+ S 9 | 10:29 Tübingen Hbf | 3h24 | 13:53 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
32505 · RE 51985+ S62+ S 9 | 10:29 Tübingen Hbf | 3h24 | 13:53 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
32507 · IC 187 | On time 11:34 Tübingen Hbf | 2h49 | 14:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
32499 · IC 183 | On time 07:34 Tübingen Hbf | 2h49 | 10:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
32501 · IC 1983+ S62+ S 9 | 08:29 Tübingen Hbf | 3h24 | 11:53 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
32501 · RE 51983+ S62+ S 9 | 08:29 Tübingen Hbf | 3h24 | 11:53 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
32503 · IC 185 | 09:34 Tübingen Hbf | 2h49 | 12:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tübingen to Zurich
Trains from Tübingen to Zurich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Tübingen to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Tübingen and Zurich from £21. 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.
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Tübingen to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tübingen 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 Tübingen and Zurich
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Café Binder
- China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie
- Kalender Falafel
- Bar & Ristorante La Torre
- City-Hotel
- Krone
- Hotel am Schloss
- Metropol garni
- 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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