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Inatura
Natural history museum and insect zoo in the Inatura complex, combining regional science displays with live animals and hands-on exhibits.
RJX13477
RJX13477The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Dornbirn trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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RJX13477 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 10:25 Dornbirn station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Zurich to Dornbirn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Dornbirn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dornbirn trip today.
Natural history museum and insect zoo in the Inatura complex, combining regional science displays with live animals and hands-on exhibits.
City museum in the historic Gütle quarter, presenting Dornbirn’s industrial, cultural and social history in a restored villa.
Museum on Dornbirn’s textile industry, showing machinery, fabrics and the town’s development through manufacturing.
Popular mountain viewpoint reached by cable car or hike, with broad views over Dornbirn, the Rhine Valley and Lake Constance.
Dramatic gorge walk with bridges, tunnels and waterfalls, one of Dornbirn’s best-known outdoor areas for an easy nature outing.
Large park-like area around the science museum, good for a relaxed stroll with ponds, greenery and family-friendly open space.
Cheese noodles from Vorarlberg with mountain cheese, onions and often apple purée. A defining regional comfort dish linked to Alpine dairy traditions.
Hearty barley soup from Vorarlberg, often made with smoked meat, vegetables and herbs. It is a classic farmhouse dish for cold Alpine days.
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A staple across Austria and common in traditional inns around Dornbirn.
Stylish restaurant in the Zumtobel building serving modern Austrian and seasonal dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known traditional inn with hearty Austrian cooking, local specialities and a warm, classic Gasthaus atmosphere.
Established brewery venue known for house beer and substantial Austrian dishes in a lively, casual setting.
Moderate for Austria. Hotels and dining are not cheap, but Dornbirn is often a little less costly than Vienna or Salzburg. Local buses and regional trains are fairly manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Dornbirn station -> Marktplatz, Dornbirn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Dornbirn 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 Dornbirn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Dornbirn trains use the Zürich HB to Dornbirn station pair, with some services arriving at Au SG. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Dornbirn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten 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 options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon 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 options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Dornbirn 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 options include: Gasthaus Gemsle, Restaurant Rotes Haus
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Dornbirn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Dornbirn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dornbirn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dornbirn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dornbirn: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krone, Vienna House Martinspark Dornbirn, Hotel Katharinenhof.
Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof.
Available at Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof: Parking.
Available at Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dornbirn Schoren Bahnhof.
Hatlerdorf(Dornbirn) is 2 km from Dornbirn city centre. Public transport options include:
Hatlerdorf(Dornbirn) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatlerdorf(Dornbirn).
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