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 18 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 39m.

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 Dambach and arriving at Zürich via Colmar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m 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 47m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 39m.

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 47m
CHF 47–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colmar to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 39m
CHF 19–34
Drive 177.9 km
1. Drive from Alsace to Zurichcar 177.9 km
1h 57m
CHF 29–42
Train via Dambach
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ice / ...
3h 31m
CHF 26–52

Alsace to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 192 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Colmar to Zürich 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 14–25 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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