- Recommended
Museum am Hafen
Museum on Lake Constance shipping history with exhibits on ferries, navigation and Romanshorn’s harbour heritage.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 9 m
Trains on 19 Sept
5
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Romanshorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Romanshorn will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 5 trains from Zurich to Romanshorn, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Romanshorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 66 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Romanshorn:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Romanshorn costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Romanshorn take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly £34 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £53). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Romanshorn trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 8 18826 | 18826 · IC 8 807 | 807 | 8:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h12 | 9:12 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
IC 8 807 | 807 | 8:04 Zurich HB | 1h08 | 9:12 Romanshorn station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 24 20428 | 20428 · S 7 11735 | 11735 | 8:22 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h20 | 9:42 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · IR 75 2111 | 2111 · S 7 11735 | 11735 | 8:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h12 | 9:42 Romanshorn station | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2111 | 2111 · S 7 11735 | 11735 | 8:34 Zurich HB | 1h08 | 9:42 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
S 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 81 809 | 809 | 9:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h12 | 10:12 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
IC 81 809 | 809 | 9:04 Zurich HB | 1h08 | 10:12 Romanshorn station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 24 20432 | 20432 · S 7 11739 | 11739 | 9:22 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h20 | 10:42 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
S 8 18832 | 18832 · IR 75 2113 | 2113 · S 7 11739 | 11739 | 9:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h12 | 10:42 Romanshorn station | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2113 | 2113 · S 7 11739 | 11739 | 9:34 Zurich HB | 1h08 | 10:42 Romanshorn station | 1 change | |
IC 81 811 | 811 | 10:04 Zurich HB | 1h08 | 11:12 Romanshorn station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Zurich to Romanshorn run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 56m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Romanshorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Romanshorn trip today.
Museum on Lake Constance shipping history with exhibits on ferries, navigation and Romanshorn’s harbour heritage.
Interactive exhibition in the historic station area presenting local rail and ferry history with family-friendly displays.
Exhibition area within Locorama featuring restored locomotives and rolling stock linked to Swiss transport history.
Long lakeside promenade for walking and cycling, with open water views, harbour activity and easy access to parks.
Popular lakeside park with lawns, play areas and direct access to the waterfront, ideal for relaxed local strolls.
Historic harbour quarter where ferries, station buildings and museum sites create the town’s most atmospheric walking area.
Crisp fried perch fillets from Lake Constance, usually served with tartare sauce. A classic lakeside dish tied to the region’s fishing tradition.
Delicate whitefish from Lake Constance, often pan-fried or gently smoked. It is a local speciality reflecting the lake’s long fishing heritage.
A hearty sausage of veal and pork, traditionally grilled or pan-fried and served with onion sauce or rösti. Popular across eastern Switzerland.
Casual Italian venue popular for pizza and pasta, suitable for a relaxed meal in the town centre.
Lakeside restaurant known for fish dishes and Swiss classics, with a relaxed setting near the harbour.
Established hotel restaurant serving Swiss and seasonal dishes in a traditional, comfortable dining room close to the station.
Romanshorn is costly by European standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and rail fares are higher than in nearby EU destinations, though local transport is efficient and predictable.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for excellent service. For taxis, round up the fare.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Romanshorn 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 Romanshorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Romanshorn trains use the Zürich Oerlikon to Romanshorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Romanshorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Romanshorn 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hafen, Restaurant Seeblick
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Romanshorn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Romanshorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Romanshorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Romanshorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Romanshorn: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Romanshorn, Parkhotel Inseli.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need