Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich by train

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Overview: trains from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich

Find the key information for travelling by train from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 08:41 View journey
Last train 19:44 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 139
Trains / day 5 View all
Cheapest journey £26.44 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 14m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich by train

Want to know how to get from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich take around 3 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 139 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Kempten (Allgäu) is scheduled to depart at around  08:41. The last departure is usually at around 19:44. This is the same as during the weekend. On average, there are about 5 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £26.44.

We think any time is a great time to visit Zurich, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Zurich.

Is there a direct train from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich.

How long does it take to travel from Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich?

The Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich train travel takes about 3 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Kempten (Allgäu) to Zurich train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Zurich leaving Kempten (Allgäu) at around 08:41 and the last train leaving at around 19:44. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.