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

The cheapest way to get from Altenstadt to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altenstadt to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Altenstadt and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Altenstadt to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Altenstadt Bahnhof and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Hanau Freiheitsplatz and Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Altenstadt and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Altenstadt to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Altenstadt Bahnhof and arriving at Zürich HB via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Altenstadt to Zurich?

The distance between Altenstadt and Zurich is 451 km. The road distance is 398.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Altenstadt to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Altenstadt to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altenstadt to Zurich bus from?

Altenstadt to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Altenstadt to Zurich train from?

Altenstadt to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Altenstadt to Zurich?

The best way to get from Altenstadt to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Altenstadt to Zurich bus arrive?

Altenstadt to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Altenstadt to Zurich train arrive?

Altenstadt to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Altenstadt to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Altenstadt to Zurich is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Altenstadt to Zurich.

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

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Altenstadt to Zurich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Altenstadt to Zurich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Zürich HBtrain Ec / ...
5h 49m
CHF 128–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N33 / ...
9h 53m
CHF 45–64
Drive 398.5 km
1. Drive from Altenstadt to Zurichcar 398.5 km
4h 28m
CHF 67–97
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
3h 35m
CHF 103–242
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
6h 7m
CHF 90–200
Train via Zürich HB
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
7h 15m
CHF 48–125
Train, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
4h 54m
CHF 148–372

Altenstadt to Zurich by train

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Distance: 451.1 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Altenstadt, Hesse, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Frankfurt to Zürich HB once daily. Tickets cost CHF 120–190 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 35–55 and the journey takes 7h 20m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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