What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 280.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station to Switzerland station. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt central train station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Basel SBB and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Switzerland is 301 km. The road distance is 368.8 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 430.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland train from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 430 and takes 4h 26m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland train arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland is 369 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland?

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly to Basel
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2h 26m
CHF 105–273
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
5h 19m
CHF 29–93
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
4h 26m
CHF 86–422
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N474 / ...
6h 4m
CHF 35–58
Fly to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 35m
CHF 81–212
Fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
3h 52m
CHF 119–255
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
5h 33m
CHF 46–92
Drive 368.8 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Zurichcar 368.8 km
4h
CHF 60–87

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 301.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Switzerland?

Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, and Lufthansa City fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Frankfurt to Zürich Stadelhofen via Basel SBB and Zürich HB in around 4h 26m.

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