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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 130 and takes 14h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr. and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Theater des Westens and Berlin central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Zurich. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Germany to Zurich?

The distance between Germany and Zurich is 315 km. The road distance is 785.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Germany to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Germany to Zurich train from?

Germany to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Berlin Ostbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Germany to Zurich?

The best way to get from Germany to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 130 and takes 14h 22m, you could also train, which costs SFr 320 - SFr 1000 and takes 11h 51m.

Where does the Germany to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Germany to Zurich train arrive?

Germany to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Germany to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Zurich is 786 km. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Germany to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Fly from Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 41m
CHF 87–207
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Berlin Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
13h 23m
CHF 52–133
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Berlin to Hannover Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Hannover Hbf to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Stationcartrain
3. Drive from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station to Zurichcar
11h 48m
CHF 148–194
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 234
14h 22m
CHF 69–126
Fly from Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
2h 45m
CHF 103–279
Fly from Munich International Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
3h 6m
CHF 101–264
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
3h 52m
CHF 77–203
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
4h 8m
CHF 77–199
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Ostbahnhof to Zürich HBtrain Ice
11h 51m
CHF 322–1,003
Drive 785.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Zurichcar 785.8 km
8h 19m
CHF 129–186

Germany to Zurich by bus

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Distance: 315 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 2 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin central bus station to Zurich Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 65–120 and the journey takes 12h 35m.

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