What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland is to rideshare which costs SFr 18 - SFr 29 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt am Main 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 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main to Switzerland?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Switzerland is 302 km. The road distance is 371 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 420.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270. Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 420 and takes 4h 26m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland is 371 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

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Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1257+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Can I share a ride from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Frankfurt am Main and Switzerland. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 9 ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland by plane, train, bus, night train, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Basel
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2h 30m
CHF 106–269
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Frankfurt to Zurichrideshare 374.4 km
4h 18m
CHF 18–29
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 87–420
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N474 / ...
5h 58m
CHF 34–56
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
5h 19m
CHF 29–93
Fly to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 39m
CHF 82–197
Fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane FRA - GVA
3h 56m
CHF 120–251
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
5h 33m
CHF 46–92
Drive 371 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt am Main to Zurichcar 371 km
4h 3m
CHF 60–87

Frankfurt am Main to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 302.5 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Frankfurt am Main, 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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