Zurich to Plochingen train with Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Plochingen

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

3 h 34 m

Average duration

3 h 36 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Plochingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Plochingen will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Plochingen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.

Deutsche Bahn
10:373h34
Zurich
14:11Plochingen
£441One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
08:373h37
Zurich
12:14Plochingen
£491One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Plochingen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Plochingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. 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 coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £120.

Distance: 163 km

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Coach

£45

Average Price

£211

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 55m

Average total duration

5h 55m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

8h 20m

Average total duration

7h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Zurich to Plochingen train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahn07:37 Zurich
3h34
11:11 Plochingen0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn09:37 Zurich
3h34
13:11 Plochingen0 changesdirect
deutsche_bahn10:37 Zurich
3h34
14:11 Plochingen0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Plochingen

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Trains from Zurich to Plochingen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
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 £20
Distance
163 km
Average train duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
00:57
Last train
20:12
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 £20

Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Plochingen trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Plochingen from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 33m
Cheapest Price
£51
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Plochingen train

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Plochingen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Plochingen.
FAQs
To get from Zurich to Plochingen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train distance from Zurich to Plochingen is 163 km.
Booking trains from Zurich to Plochingen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Zurich to Plochingen covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Plochingen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The first train from Zurich to Plochingen leaves at 0:57.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Plochingen is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The last train from Zurich to Plochingen departs at 20:12.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Plochingen is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Plochingen station.
Trains from Zurich to Plochingen run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Plochingen.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Plochingen.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Plochingen.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Plochingen.

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Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Plochingen

Zurich
Plochingen
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Plochingen.
Zürich HBWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transport options for Zürich HB
  • 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

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