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

The cheapest way to get from Spain to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 35 - SFr 130 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Spain to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130.

Is there a direct bus between Spain and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona - North Bus Station station and arriving at Zürich. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Spain and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Spain to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu and Mulhouse Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 22m.

How far is it from Spain to Zurich?

The distance between Spain and Zurich is 884 km. The road distance is 1027.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Spain to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 12h 22m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Spain to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spain to Zurich bus from?

Spain to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Barcelona - North Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Spain to Zurich train from?

Spain to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Spain to Zurich?

The best way to get from Spain to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 160 - SFr 290 and takes 12h 22m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 180 and takes 18h 25m.

Where does the Spain to Zurich bus arrive?

Spain to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Spain to Zurich train arrive?

Spain to Zurich train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Spain to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Spain to Zurich is 1028 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Spain to Zurich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 11 ways to get from Spain to Zurich by plane, train (Renfe, TGV), bus, car, train, or train (TGV, Renfe)

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Fly Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BCN - ZRH
4h 37m
CHF 51–177
Fly Son Sant Joan Airport to Zurich Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PMI - ZRH
4h 30m
CHF 39–127
Train
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Mulhouse Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
12h 22m
CHF 167–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 25m
CHF 100–180
Drive 1,027.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Zurichcar 1,027.5 km
10h 8m
CHF 171–247
Fly Valencia Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VLC - ZRH
5h 4m
CHF 73–237
Fly Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MAD - ZRH
5h 17m
CHF 75–225
Fly Málaga Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AGP - ZRH
5h 14m
CHF 75–214
Fly Son Sant Joan Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Basel (BSL)plane PMI - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 39m
CHF 64–221
Train via Geneva
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Genevetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
13h 17m
CHF 190–521
Bus via Besançon
1. Take the bus from BARCELONA, Estacio Del Nord, stan. 30 to Besancon, Gare Sncf , Avenue Du Marechal Foch.bus
2. Take the bus from Besançon to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N199
18h 55m
CHF 102–166

Spain to Zurich by train

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12h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 883.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Spain and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss and Vueling Airlines fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya to Zuerich Hb via Barcelona-Sants, Lyon Part Dieu, and Mulhouse Ville in around 12h 22m.

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