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

The cheapest way to get from Kriens to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kriens to Zurich is to drive which takes 39 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 13.

Is there a direct bus between Kriens and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Kriens to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Kriens, Schachenstrasse and arriving at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai via Lucerne Landenbergstrasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kriens and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Kriens to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Luzern Allmend/Messe and arriving at Zürich HB via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Kriens to Zurich?

The distance between Kriens and Zurich is 56 km. The road distance is 54 km.

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

The best way to get from Kriens to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Kriens to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Zurich bus from?

Kriens to Zurich bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Zurich train from?

Kriens to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.

Train or bus from Kriens to Zurich?

The best way to get from Kriens to Zurich is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Kriens to Zurich bus arrive?

Kriens to Zurich bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where does the Kriens to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kriens to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Kriens to Zurich is 54 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Kriens to Zurich.

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

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Kriens to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 21 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kriens to Zurich by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain Ir75 / ...
1h 11m
CHF 20–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2h 20m
CHF 7–10
Drive 54 km
1. Drive from Kriens to Zurichcar 54 km
39 min
CHF 9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kriens to Zurichtaxi 54 km
39 min
CHF 240–290
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kriens, Zunacher to Luzern, Bundesplatzbus 21
2. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain Ir75 / ...
1h 40m
CHF 22–65
Train via Kriens, Schachenstrasse
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain 75
1h 44m
CHF 9–12

Kriens to Zurich by train

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Distance: 56 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Kriens, Switzerland and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Zürich HB every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 18–60 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–6 and the journey takes 1h.

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