- Must visit
Museum im Ritterhaus
City museum covering Offenburg’s history, archaeology and everyday life, housed in a historic building in the old town.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Offenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Offenburg will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 3 trains from Zurich to Offenburg, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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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Trains from Zurich to Offenburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Offenburg.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Offenburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:08 Zurich | 2h48 | 5:56 Offenburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Zurich | 2h46 | 10:56 Offenburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:34 Zurich | 2h22 | 10:56 Offenburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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City museum covering Offenburg’s history, archaeology and everyday life, housed in a historic building in the old town.
Compact museum on the local Jewish community, documenting faith, persecution and remembrance with focused historical displays.
Museum in Zell-Weierbach dedicated to painter and illustrator Otto Ernst Sutter, with works linked to regional culture.
Offenburg’s central square, lined with historic façades, fountains and outdoor seating, ideal for orientating yourself in the old town.
Popular pedestrian street with shops, historic buildings and easy access to the city centre’s main sights and squares.
Green riverside park and walking area on the edge of the centre, good for a relaxed stroll and views of the old fortification zone.
A Black Forest gateau of chocolate sponge, cherries, cream and Kirsch. It is a signature regional dessert closely associated with Baden and the Black Forest.
A thin pancake soup served in clear beef broth. It is a classic soup across Baden and Swabia, valued as a homely starter in local inns.
Cheese-topped egg noodles, often with fried onions. This hearty Swabian-Baden dish is a beloved comfort food in south-west Germany.
Traditional Baden inn serving regional dishes and local wines in a historic, cosy setting in the heart of Offenburg.
Established restaurant focused on refined regional cooking with seasonal ingredients and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Casual, well-known spot for Alsatian and Baden classics such as tarte flambée, with a lively brasserie feel.
Offenburg is moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are cheaper than in big cities, while local transport and everyday costs remain fairly typical.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés for table service.
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Offenburg Bahnhof -> Marktplatz, Offenburg
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Offenburg 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 Offenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Offenburg trains use the Zürich HB to Offenburg station pair, with some services arriving at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Offenburg 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, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
Offenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Quoc-Thai, Grill & Kebaphaus, Drehers Stehcafe, Museumscafe
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg. ATMs are available at Offenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg. Information desks are available at Offenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonne, Boarding House Alte Spinnerei, Hotel Union.
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum is 1 km from Offenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Borofskys, Fantasia Offenburg
Wi-Fi is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. ATMs are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Ticket office support is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Information desks are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
Luggage storage is available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Offenburg Kreisschulzentrum.
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