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

The cheapest way to get from Pforzheim to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pforzheim to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Pforzheim and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pforzheim central bus station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Pforzheim and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Pforzheim to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Pforzheim Hbf and arriving at Zürich HB via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Pforzheim to Zurich?

The distance between Pforzheim and Zurich is 312 km. The road distance is 217.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Pforzheim to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Pforzheim to Zurich?

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Zurich is to train via Basel which takes 4h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Pforzheim to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pforzheim to Zurich train arrive?

Pforzheim to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Pforzheim to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Pforzheim to Zurich is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Pforzheim to Zurich.

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

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

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Pforzheim to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Pforzheim to Zurich by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
4h
CHF 55–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pforzheim central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 024
4h 25m
CHF 21–35
Night train
1. Take the night train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
5h 23m
CHF 28–112
Drive 217.5 km
1. Drive from Pforzheim to Zurichcar 217.5 km
2h 33m
CHF 36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Horb Bahnhof/ZOBtrain
2. Take the train from Horb Bahnhof/ZOB to Schaffhausentrain 87
3. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Zürich Stadelhofentrain S12 / ...
5h 2m
CHF 41–175
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Pforzheim Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
3h 27m
CHF 112–316

Pforzheim to Zurich by train

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Distance: 312.3 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Pforzheim Hbf to Zürich HB via Karlsruhe Hbf, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, and Basel SBB in around 4h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Pforzheim central bus station to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 21–35 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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