What is the cheapest way to get from France to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from France to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 50 - SFr 90 and takes 10h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from France to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from France to Switzerland is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct bus between France and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from France to Switzerland station. However, there are services departing from Châtelet and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

Is there a direct train between France and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from France to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Châtelet - Les Halles and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Paris Gare De Lyon and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from France to Switzerland?

The distance between France and Switzerland is 614 km. The road distance is 568.5 km.

How do I travel from France to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from France to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 200.

How long does it take to get from France to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from France to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Switzerland bus from?

France to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.

Where do I catch the France to Switzerland train from?

France to Switzerland train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train, bus or fly from France to Switzerland?

The best way to get from France to Switzerland is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 90 and takes 10h 46m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 160 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the France to Switzerland bus arrive?

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

Where does the France to Switzerland train arrive?

France to Switzerland train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from France to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Switzerland is 568 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from France to Switzerland.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1228+ hotels available in Switzerland.

France to Switzerland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromFrance to Switzerland

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from France to Switzerland by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
5h 10m
CHF 121–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N191
10h 46m
CHF 53–86
Drive 568.5 km
1. Drive from Paris to Zurichcar 568.5 km
6h 49m
CHF 93–134
Fly
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane NCE - GVA
4h 3m
CHF 54–159
Train via Hôtel de Ville
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Zürich HBtrain Tgv
5h 20m
CHF 210–633

France to Switzerland by train (TGV)

71Weekly Trains

5h 10mAverage Duration

CHF 121Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from France to Switzerland.

Launch map view

Distance: 613.5 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between France and Switzerland?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich Hb every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 120–190 and the journey takes 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 50–85 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.