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

The cheapest way to get from Montparnasse to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 50 - SFr 80 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Montparnasse to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 280.

Is there a direct bus between Montparnasse and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Montparnasse to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Vavin and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Montparnasse and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Montparnasse to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare de Lyon and arriving at Zürich HB via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Montparnasse to Zurich?

The distance between Montparnasse and Zurich is 613 km. The road distance is 570.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Montparnasse to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Montparnasse to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montparnasse to Zurich bus from?

Montparnasse to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.

Where do I catch the Montparnasse to Zurich train from?

Montparnasse to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Paris Gare de Lyon station.

Train, bus or fly from Montparnasse to Zurich?

The best way to get from Montparnasse to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 80 and takes 11h, you could also fly, which costs SFr 95 - SFr 280 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Montparnasse to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Montparnasse to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Montparnasse to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Montparnasse to Zurich is 570 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Montparnasse to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Zurich.

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There are 6 ways to get from Montparnasse to Zurich by train, bus, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Zürich HBtrain Tgv
5h 30m
CHF 192–282
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N191
11h
CHF 52–77
Drive 570.2 km
1. Drive from Montparnasse to Zurichcar 570.2 km
6h 48m
CHF 96–138
Fly to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CDG - ZRH
4h 30m
CHF 99–277
Train #2 (TGV)
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
5h 30m
CHF 102–162
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Basel (BSL)plane CDG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 34m
CHF 129–322

Montparnasse to Zurich by bus and train

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Distance: 613.3 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Montparnasse, Île-de-France, France and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Zürich HB 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 190–280 and the journey takes 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 50–75 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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