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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Berlin to Zurich?

The distance between Berlin and Zurich is 691 km. The road distance is 785.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Zurich without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 9h 13m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Berlin to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Zurich bus from?

Berlin to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Zurich train from?

Berlin to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Berlin to Zurich?

The best way to get from Berlin to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can train via Frankfurt am Main, which costs SFr 160 - SFr 350 and takes 9h 13m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Berlin to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Berlin to Zurich train arrive?

Berlin to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Zurich is 786 km. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Berlin to Zurich.

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

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

Book your Berlin to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Berlin to Zurich - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

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There are 11 ways to get from Berlin to Zurich by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or car train

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Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BER - ZRH
4h 28m
CHF 52–196
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Berlin Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
12h 13m
CHF 45–130
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
9h 13m
CHF 161–348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144
12h 25m
CHF 65–100
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Basel (BSL)plane BER - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 48m
CHF 74–260
Fly Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane BER - STR
2. Take the train from Böblingen to Singentrain
3. Take the train from Singen to Zürich HBtrain
6h 47m
CHF 119–397
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DRS - ZRH
5h 58m
CHF 148–437
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Zürich HBtrain Ice
10h 47m
CHF 170–500
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Berlin to Hannover Hbfcar
2. Take the cartrain from Hannover Hbf to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Stationcartrain
3. Drive from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station to Zurichcar
12h 5m
CHF 149–196
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
12h 24m
CHF 186–306
Drive 785.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Zurichcar 785.8 km
8h 19m
CHF 132–190

Berlin to Zurich by train

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Distance: 690.7 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

Eurowings, Swiss, and two other airlines fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Zürich HB via Frankfurt and Basel SBB in around 9h 13m.

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