What is the cheapest way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The cheapest way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to night train which costs SFr 50 - SFr 140 and takes 12h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The fastest way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Altona and Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

No, there is no direct bus from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) station. However, there are services departing from Bf. Altona and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Hamburg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Altona and Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

No, there is no direct train from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH). However, there are services departing from Altona and arriving at Zürich Flughafen via Hamburg Hbf, Basel SBB and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The distance between Altona and Zurich Airport (ZRH) is 714 km. The road distance is 836.4 km.

How do I travel from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without a car?

The best way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) without a car is to train via Basel which takes 9h 31m and costs SFr 300 - SFr 1000.

How long does it take to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus from?

Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train from?

Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

The best way to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs SFr 300 - SFr 1000 and takes 9h 31m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 140 and takes 14h 37m.

Where does the Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus arrive?

Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train arrive?

Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)?

Yes, the driving distance between Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is 836 km. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH).

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Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 10 ways to get from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) by plane, train, bus, car train, car, or night train

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Fly Hamburg Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane HAM - ZRH
3h 58m
CHF 73–193
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Hamburg-Altona to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
12h 50m
CHF 53–131
Fly Hamburg Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Basel (BSL)plane HAM - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 4m
CHF 78–309
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Basel SBBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
9h 31m
CHF 305–954
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N24
14h 37m
CHF 75–134
Train to Bremen Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Hamburg-Altona to Bremen Hbftrain
2. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRE - ZRH
5h 3m
CHF 120–368
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane HAJ - ZRH
5h 51m
CHF 133–503
Train
1. Take the train from Hamburg-Altona to Zürich HBtrain Ice
9h 49m
CHF 306–920
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Hamburg-Altona to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Stationcartrain
2. Drive from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station to Zurich Airport (ZRH)car
11h 2m
CHF 112–136
Drive 836.4 km
1. Drive from Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH)car 836.4 km
7h 47m
CHF 136–196

Altona to Zurich Airport (ZRH) by train

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Distance: 714.2 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Altona, Germany and Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland?

Swiss, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Altona to Zürich Flughafen via Hamburg Hbf, Basel SBB, and Zürich HB in around 9h 31m.

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