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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 75 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Zürich HB via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Zurich?

The distance between Dortmund and Zurich is 676 km. The road distance is 585.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 6h 36m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Dortmund to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Zurich bus from?

Dortmund to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Zurich?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Zurich is to train via Basel which takes 6h 36m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 75 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Dortmund to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Zurich train arrive?

Dortmund to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Zurich is 585 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Dortmund to Zurich.

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

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

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

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Dortmund to Zurich - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Basel SBBtrain 43
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
6h 36m
CHF 130–518
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N07
9h 45m
CHF 45–75
Drive 585.4 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Zurichcar 585.4 km
5h 52m
CHF 96–138
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
4h 35m
CHF 88–255
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
11h 11m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
4h 36m
CHF 124–385
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
5h 42m
CHF 93–283
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 55m
CHF 175–549
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane HAJ - ZRH
6h 24m
CHF 118–464

Dortmund to Zurich by train

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Distance: 676 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Zürich HB via Basel SBB in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 45–75 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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