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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 70 - SFr 160 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Zurich is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Zürich HB via Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 18m.

How far is it from Athens to Zurich?

The distance between Athens and Zurich is 1682 km. The road distance is 2213.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Zurich without a car is to train and bus which takes 28h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Athens to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Zurich bus from?

Athens to Zurich bus services, operated by Top Lines, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Zurich?

The best way to get from Athens to Zurich is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 140 - SFr 200 and takes 32h 18m.

Where does the Athens to Zurich bus arrive?

Athens to Zurich bus services, operated by Top Lines, arrive at Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Zurich?

Zurich is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 6:54 AM in Athens and 5:54 AM in Zurich.

Can I drive from Athens to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Zurich is 2213 km. It takes approximately 23h 57m to drive from Athens to Zurich.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athens to Zurich?

Book your Athens to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Zurich.

Athens to Zurich - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car ferry

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There are 8 ways to get from Athens to Zurich by plane, train, bus, car ferry, ferry, or car

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Fly to Zurich Airport
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane ATH - ZRH
6h 3m
CHF 72–155
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Pristinabus
3. Take the bus from Pristina to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
4. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain N7 / ...
28h 8m
Train, bus via Budapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Budapestbus
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
31h 13m
CHF 208–321
Bus, car ferry, line 2 ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patrasbus
2. Take the carferry from Port of Patras to Port of Venicecarferry
3. Take the ferry from Tronchetto "B" to Ferrovia "B"ferry 2 / ...
4. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
47h 5m
CHF 300–444
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Basel (BSL)plane ATH - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
7h 22m
CHF 104–299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusavebus
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Zürich HBbus
32h 18m
CHF 142–196
Bus via Kumanovo
1. Take the bus from Athens to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Kumanovo to Zürichbus
33h 12m
CHF 106–144
Drive 2,213.4 km
1. Drive from Athens to Zurichcar 2,213.4 km
23h 57m
CHF 385–555

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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Distance: 1,682.1 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss and Aegean Airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athens to Zürich HB via Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave in around 32h 18m.

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