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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 220.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz Hbf and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Mainz to Zurich?

The distance between Mainz and Zurich is 328 km. The road distance is 369.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 45m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 330.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Mainz to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Zurich bus from?

Mainz to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mainz central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Zurich train from?

Mainz to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Zurich?

The best way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 330 and takes 4h 45m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 8h.

Where does the Mainz to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Zurich train arrive?

Mainz to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Zurich is 370 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Mainz to Zurich.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mainz to Zurich?

Book your Mainz to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Mainz to Zurich - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

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Fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 47m
CHF 89–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 476
8h
CHF 35–60
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
4h 45m
CHF 63–324
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
2. Take the night train from Mannheim Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
8h 51m
CHF 38–110
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
4h 6m
CHF 148–382
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
6h 22m
CHF 45–100
Drive 369.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Zurichcar 369.7 km
3h 59m
CHF 61–88

Mainz to Zurich by train

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4h 45mAverage Duration

CHF 63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 327.8 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Swiss, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Zürich HB via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 4h 45m.

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