What is the cheapest way to get from Parma to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parma to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Parma to Switzerland is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Switzerland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parma and arriving at Zürich. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Parma to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Milano Centrale and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Parma to Switzerland?

The distance between Parma and Switzerland is 374 km. The road distance is 404.4 km.

How do I travel from Parma to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Parma to Switzerland without a car is to train via Milan which takes 4h 57m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 130.

How long does it take to get from Parma to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Parma to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Switzerland bus from?

Parma to Switzerland bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Parma station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Switzerland train from?

Parma to Switzerland train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Parma to Switzerland is to train via Milan which takes 4h 57m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus via Fidenza - Via S. Michele, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 90 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Parma to Switzerland bus arrive?

Parma to Switzerland bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Zürich Bus Station.

Where does the Parma to Switzerland train arrive?

Parma to Switzerland train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Switzerland is 404 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Parma to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Parma to Switzerland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Parma to Switzerland?

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Where can I stay near Switzerland?

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There are 8 ways to get from Parma to Switzerland by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 57m
CHF 63–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Zürich Bus Stationbus 36
7h 6m
CHF 21–35
Bus via Fidenza - Via S. Michele
1. Take the bus from Parma to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
5h 5m
CHF 62–88
Drive 404.4 km
1. Drive from Parma to Zurichcar 404.4 km
4h 25m
CHF 68–98
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Parma to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BLQ - ZRH
5h 1m
CHF 87–294
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Parma to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 20m
CHF 77–121
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Parma to Zürichbus
7h 15m
CHF 30–45
Train, train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Parma to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train
3. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
5h 58m
CHF 113–316

Parma to Switzerland by train (Trenitalia)

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Distance: 373.7 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Parma, Italy and Switzerland?

You can take a train from Parma to Zürich Stadelhofen via Milano Centrale, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Onebus operates a bus from Parma to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai once a week. Tickets cost CHF 60–85 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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