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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train and night train which costs SFr 45 - SFr 160 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 310.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Zürich HB via Paris Est, Strasbourg and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The distance between Rotterdam and Zurich is 670 km. The road distance is 742.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich without a car is to train via Paris which takes 7h 49m and costs SFr 270 - SFr 500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Rotterdam to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Zurich bus from?

Rotterdam to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Zurich train from?

Rotterdam to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train via Paris which takes 7h 49m and costs SFr 270 - SFr 500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Zurich train arrive?

Rotterdam to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Zurich is 743 km. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Rotterdam to Zurich.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Rotterdam to Zurich - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam to Zurich by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, night train, or car

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Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AMS - ZRH
4h 15m
CHF 123–307
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the nighttrain from Eindhoven Centraal to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
12h 21m
CHF 46–160
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
7h 49m
CHF 279–502
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 007
14h 30m
CHF 60–110
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRU - ZRH
5h 27m
CHF 98–252
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Basel (BSL)plane AMS - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 24m
CHF 135–361
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
12h 21m
CHF 86–170
Drive 742.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Zurichcar 742.6 km
7h 55m
CHF 127–183

Rotterdam to Zurich by train and foot

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7h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 669.9 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zürich HB via Paris Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Zurich Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 70–110 and the journey takes 14h 30m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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