The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Bregenz
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bregenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bregenz will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich for Bregenz on Sat, Jan 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 03 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sat, Jan 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
IR 3263+
REX 7
IR 3259+
REX 7
EC 99
EC 99
IR 3263+
REX 7
IR 3259+
REX 7Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zurich to Bregenz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bregenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€41 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Bregenz train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bregenz trains for today, Friday, January 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 3279+ REX 7 | 5:08 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 7:00 PM Bregenz station | 1 transfer | |
RJX 369+ REX 1 | 5:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 7:48 PM Bregenz station | 1 transfer | |
EC 199 | 6:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h28 | 8:00 PM Bregenz station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3283 · RE 13+ REX 7 | 7:08 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 9:00 PM Bregenz station | 2 transfers | |
EN 40465+ S 1 | 7:40 PM Zurich HB | 2h34 | 10:14 PM Bregenz station | 1 transfer | |
IR 3259+ REX 7 | 7:08 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 9:00 AM Bregenz station | 1 transfer | |
EC 99 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h28 | 10:00 AM Bregenz station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 3263+ REX 7 | 9:08 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 11:00 AM Bregenz station | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Bregenz
Trains from Zurich to Bregenz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Bregenz trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Bregenz from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
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ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
EuroNight
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Bregenz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Bregenz 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 Bregenz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bregenz, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Bregenz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available via Bahnhofstraße.
- Restaurant Poseidon
- Gasthof Lamm
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Messmer
- Hotel Weißes Kreuz
- Hotel Ibis Bregenz
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-4
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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