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 34m.

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 34m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130.

Is there a direct bus between Spain and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Spain station to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Barcelona - North Bus Station and arriving at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai via Geneva Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

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, Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

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 19m and costs SFr 180 - SFr 380.

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 FlixBus, depart from Barcelona station.

Where do I catch the Spain to Zurich train from?

Spain to Zurich train services, operated by TGV inOui, 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 170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 180 - SFr 380 and takes 12h 19m, you could also bus via Geneva, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 150 and takes 17h 10m.

Where does the Spain to Zurich bus arrive?

Spain to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Freiburg station.

Where does the Spain to Zurich train arrive?

Spain to Zurich train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud 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?

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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

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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 51–168
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 34m
CHF 39–128
Train
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 Dijon Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
12h 19m
CHF 180–376
Bus via Geneva
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
17h 10m
CHF 85–142
Drive 1,027.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Zurichcar 1,027.5 km
10h 8m
CHF 169–244
Fly Valencia Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VLC - ZRH
5h 3m
CHF 83–228
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 80–216
Fly Málaga Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AGP - ZRH
5h 14m
CHF 75–195
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 43m
CHF 68–275
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 20m
CHF 195–541
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona to Freiburgbus FlixBus N1720 / ...
2. Take the bus from Freiburg to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
18h 15m
CHF 92–151

Spain to Zurich by train

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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, Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, and Dijon Ville in around 12h 19m.

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