What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 75 - SFr 230 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Alicante to Zurich?

The distance between Alicante and Zurich is 1284 km. The road distance is 1526.2 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to Zurich without a car is to train via Dijon which takes 16h 55m and costs SFr 220 - SFr 420.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to Zurich?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Alicante to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Zurich bus from?

Alicante to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Zurich train from?

Alicante to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to Zurich?

The best way to get from Alicante to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train via Dijon, which costs SFr 220 - SFr 420 and takes 16h 55m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 180 and takes 24h 5m.

Where does the Alicante to Zurich bus arrive?

Alicante to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Alicante to Zurich train arrive?

Alicante to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Zurich is 1526 km. It takes approximately 15h 3m to drive from Alicante to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Zurich?

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 8 ways to get from Alicante to Zurich by plane, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, or train

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Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Zurich Airport
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1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane ALC - ZRH
5h 9m
CHF 79–229
Train via Dijon
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Santstrain Eur / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
16h 55m
CHF 225–417
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
24h 5m
CHF 105–175
Drive 1,526.2 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Zurichcar 1,526.2 km
15h 3m
CHF 257–371
Fly Alicante-Elche Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Basel (BSL)plane ALC - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 23m
CHF 97–265
Train to Valencia Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VLC - ZRH
7h 5m
CHF 92–270
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Santstrain Eur / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain Ter
4. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
17h 43m
CHF 241–437
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
2. Take the bus from BARCELONA, Estacio Del Nord, stan. 30 to MULHOUSE, Autoport Ile de Napoleon, Parking Hotel Arcotelbus
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
26h 34m
CHF 203–279

Alicante to Zurich by train

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Distance: 1,283.8 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss and Vueling Airlines fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Zuerich Hb via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu, and Dijon Ville in around 16h 55m.

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