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 50 - SFr 190 and takes 4h 37m.

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 37m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 190.

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 Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

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 11h 21m and costs SFr 170 - SFr 320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 TGV inOui, 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 37m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 170 - SFr 320 and takes 11h 21m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 85 - 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 TGV inOui, arrive at Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 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?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Barcelona to Zurich by plane, train (TGV, Renfe), 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 37m
CHF 51–185
Train
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
11h 21m
CHF 171–317
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 25m
CHF 85–150
Drive 1,027.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Zurichcar 1,027.5 km
10h 8m
CHF 172–248
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 67–246
Train via Geneva
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Genevetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
12h 21m
CHF 191–442
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 111–182

Barcelona to Zurich by train

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Distance: 883.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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 Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud and Dijon Ville in around 11h 21m.

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