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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Zurich
Cheapest price on Oct 23
€37
Average ticket price on Oct 23
€69
Fastest journey on Oct 23
3 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
3 h 8 m
Trains on Oct 23
53
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Zurich will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Zurich without transferring at least once.
ICE 619 · 32475 · 32472 · RE 49133:39 AM5h16Stuttgart Hbf8:55 AMZurich HB€371One-way3 transfers- ICE 619 · 32475 · 32472 · S 93:39 AM5h14Stuttgart Hbf8:53 AMZurich HB€371One-way4 transfers
- ICE 618 · IC 604082:24 AM6h41Stuttgart Hbf9:05 AMZurich HB€451One-way1 transfer
- ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 5612:24 AM6h02Stuttgart Hbf8:26 AMZurich HB€451One-way2 transfers
- 19034 · ICE 77 · IR 205510:32 PM7h17Stuttgart Hbf5:49 AMZurich HB€471One-way2 transfers
- S3 · IC 18510:15 AM3h08Stuttgart Hbf (tief)1:23 PMZurich HB€641One-way1 transfer
- S3 · IC 1838:15 AM3h08Stuttgart Hbf (tief)11:23 AMZurich HB€571One-way1 transfer
- S3 · IC 2383 · IC 1892:15 PM3h08Stuttgart Hbf (tief)5:23 PMZurich HB€571One-way2 transfers
- S3 · IC 18712:15 PM3h08Stuttgart Hbf (tief)3:23 PMZurich HB€721One-way1 transfer
- S3 · RE 52383 · IC 1892:15 PM3h08Stuttgart Hbf (tief)5:23 PMZurich HB€541One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Zurich
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Stuttgart to Zurich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Stuttgart to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Zurich trains for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2 · IC 389 | On time 7:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h13 | 10:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
 DB S2+ IC 389 | On time 7:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h13 | 10:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 266 · ICE 377 · IC 837 | 7:12 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h49 | 11:01 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · IC 285 | 8:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 11:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 613 · 57613 · ECE 94 | 8:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h11 | 12:28 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 560 · ICE 379 · S 1 · S 12 | On time 9:11 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 8h04 | 5:15 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2064 · ICE 77 · IR 2055 | On time 9:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 7h50 | 5:49 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| 4237 · 17739 · 32470 · S 9 | 10:39 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 8h14 | 6:53 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| 19367 · 16077 · 17739 · 32470 | 10:52 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 8h01 | 6:53 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
| Friday, October 23 | |||||
| ICE 698 · IC 60403 · IC 559 | 12:54 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h32 | 7:26 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 698 · IC 60403 | Delayed 12:54 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 7h11 | 6:05 AM 6:05 AMZurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · IC 60408 | Delayed 2:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h41 | 7:05 AM 7:05 AMZurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 561 | 2:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h02 | 8:26 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 618 · IC 60408 | Delayed 2:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h41 | 7:05 AM 7:05 AMZurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · IC 60408 · IC 561 | 2:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 6h02 | 8:26 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 619 · 32475 · 32472 · RE 4913 | 3:39 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h16 | 8:55 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
ICE 619 · 32475 · 32472+ S62 | 3:39 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 5h14 | 8:53 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
| S1 · IC 181 | On time 6:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h18 | 9:23 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S1+IC 181 | On time 6:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h18 | 9:23 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| RE 51981+S62+S 9 | 6:56 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h57 | 10:53 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1981+S62+S 9 | On time 6:56 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h57 | 10:53 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| S1 · IC 1981+S62+S 9 | 7:05 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h48 | 10:53 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1068 · ICE 275 | On time 7:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h50 | 11:00 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · IC 183 | On time 8:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 11:23 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S3+IC 183 | On time 8:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 11:23 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
 TGV 9576+ICE 277 | On time 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h50 | 1:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · IC 1983+S62+S 9 | 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 12:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S2 · RE 51983+S62+S 9 | 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 12:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · IC 185 | On time 10:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 1:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S3+IC 185 | On time 10:15 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 1:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · RE 51985+S62+S 9 | 11:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 2:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S2 · IC 1985+S62+S 9 | 11:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 2:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 568 · ICE 279 | On time 11:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h48 | 3:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · IC 187 | On time 12:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 3:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S3+IC 187 | On time 12:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 3:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 779 | On time 1:09 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h51 | 5:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| S2 · IC 1987+S62+S 9 | 1:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 4:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S2 · RE 51987+S62+S 9 | 1:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 4:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · IC 2383 · IC 189 | On time 2:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 5:23 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · RE 52383 · IC 189 | On time 2:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 5:23 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| DB S3+IC 2383 · IC 189 | On time 2:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 5:23 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| DB S3 · RE IC87+IC 189 | On time 2:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 5:23 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 564 · ICE 373 | On time 3:08 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h52 | 7:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · IC 1989+S62+S 9 | 3:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 6:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S2 · RE 51989+S62+S 9 | 3:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 6:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · IC 281 | 4:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 7:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S3+IC 281 | 4:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 7:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 519 · 3068 · RE 4937 | On time 4:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h38 | 8:55 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| 19680 · ICE 375 · IC 787 | 4:58 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h02 | 9:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| S2 · RE 52381+S62+S 9 | 5:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 8:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S2 · IC 2381+S62+S 9 | 5:10 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h43 | 8:53 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · IC 283 | 6:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 9:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| DB S3+IC 283 | 6:15 PM Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 3h08 | 9:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG
Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft
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FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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
Popular train stations from Stuttgart to Zurich
Most Stuttgart to Zurich trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stuttgart station do trains to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Getting to Vaihingen Bahnhof from Stuttgart city centre
Vaihingen Bahnhof is 7 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Vaihingen Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Vaihingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Which Zurich station do trains from Stuttgart arrive at?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre
Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services
Zürich Stadelhofen 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 and drink
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Getting to Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord train station facilities and services
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
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