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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 55 - SFr 85 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Zürich HB via Essen Hbf and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Zurich is 501 km. The road distance is 600.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 7h 21m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich is to train via Basel which takes 7h 21m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 85 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Zurich is 601 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich.

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

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Zurich by train, plane, bus, night train, or car

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Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
4h 13m
CHF 82–243
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the nighttrain from Koeln Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
10h 17m
CHF 42–160
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain 43
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
7h 21m
CHF 120–253
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N07
11h 31m
CHF 57–85
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
4h 29m
CHF 136–293
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
5h 9m
CHF 78–235
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen 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 48m
CHF 182–463
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Koeln-Ehrenfeldtrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
10h 35m
Drive 600.9 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Zurichcar 600.9 km
5h 57m
CHF 100–145

Gelsenkirchen to Zurich by train

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Distance: 500.7 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Zürich HB via Essen Hbf and Basel SBB in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 50–75 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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