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

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 40 - SFr 180 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 180.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona - North Bus Station station and arriving at Zürich. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Lyon Part Dieu and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Zurich?

The distance between Barcelona and Zurich is 884 km. The road distance is 1027.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Barcelona to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 10h 52m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Barcelona to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Zurich bus from?

Barcelona to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Barcelona - North Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Zurich train from?

Barcelona to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Zurich?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 160 - SFr 260 and takes 10h 52m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 150 and takes 18h 25m.

Where does the Barcelona to Zurich bus arrive?

Barcelona to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Barcelona to Zurich train arrive?

Barcelona to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Zurich is 1028 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Barcelona to Zurich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Zurich.

Barcelona to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona to Zurich by plane, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, or train

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Fly to Zurich Airport
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1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BCN - ZRH
4h 42m
CHF 45–180
Train
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
10h 52m
CHF 165–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 25m
CHF 90–150
Drive 1,027.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Zurichcar 1,027.5 km
10h 8m
CHF 196–282
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Basel (BSL)plane BCN - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 1m
CHF 64–210
Bus via Besançon
1. Take the bus from BARCELONA, Estacio Del Nord, stan. 30 to Besancon, Gare Sncf , Avenue Du Marechal Foch.bus
2. Take the bus from Besançon to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N199
18h 55m
CHF 134–163

Barcelona to Zurich by train

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Distance: 883.8 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss and Vueling Airlines fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona-Sants to Zuerich Hb via Lyon Part Dieu and Dijon Ville in around 10h 52m.

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