What is the cheapest way to get from Alsace to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Alsace to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 13 - SFr 24 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alsace to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Alsace to Switzerland is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Alsace and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from Alsace to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Rue de Dambach and arriving at Zürich via Colmar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Alsace and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Alsace to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Scherwiller and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Selestat, Basel SBB and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Alsace to Switzerland?

The distance between Alsace and Switzerland is 192 km. The road distance is 177.9 km.

How do I travel from Alsace to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Alsace to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 70.

How long does it take to get from Alsace to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Alsace to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alsace to Switzerland bus from?

Alsace to Switzerland bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Colmar station.

Where do I catch the Alsace to Switzerland train from?

Alsace to Switzerland train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Selestat station.

Train or bus from Alsace to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Alsace to Switzerland is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 13 - SFr 24 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Alsace to Switzerland bus arrive?

Alsace to Switzerland bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Alsace to Switzerland train arrive?

Alsace to Switzerland train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Alsace to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Alsace to Switzerland is 178 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Alsace to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Alsace to Switzerland?

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There are 4 ways to get from Alsace to Switzerland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
2h 48m
CHF 42–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colmar to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 9m
CHF 14–23
Drive 177.9 km
1. Drive from Alsace to Zurichcar 177.9 km
1h 57m
CHF 30–43
Bus via Zürich, Bahnhofstrasse/HB
1. Take the bus from Colmar to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N837 / ...
4h 39m
CHF 18–28

Alsace to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 192 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Alsace, Grand Est, France and Switzerland?

You can take a train from Scherwiller to Zürich Stadelhofen via Selestat, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Zürich HB in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Colmar to Zürich 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 9–16 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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