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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Italy is to bus and train which costs €65 - €170 and takes 11h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Italy is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €160 - €430.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Italy?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Italy. However, there are services departing from ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai and arriving at Roma Prenestina A1 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Italy?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Italy. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Roma Termini via Zug, Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Italy?

The distance between Switzerland and Italy is 847 km. The road distance is 849.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Italy without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €160 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Switzerland to Italy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Italy bus from?

Switzerland to Italy bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai station.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Italy train from?

Switzerland to Italy train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich Stadelhofen station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Italy?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Italy is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €160 - €430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €100 - €150 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Switzerland to Italy bus arrive?

Switzerland to Italy bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Roma Prenestina A1 station.

Where does the Switzerland to Italy train arrive?

Switzerland to Italy train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zug station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Italy?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Italy is 849 km. It takes approximately 8h 21m to drive from Switzerland to Italy.

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

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Switzerland to Italy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Switzerland to Italy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Zugtrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Luganotrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Roma Terminitrain
8h 12m
€162–428
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolognabus FlixBus 421 / ...
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Fr
11h 56m
€65–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai to Roma Prenestina A1bus
8h 31m
€105–150
Drive 849.4 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Romecar 849.4 km
8h 21m
€150–216

Switzerland to Italy by train

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8h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 847.1 km
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Roma Termini via Zug, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, Onebus operates a bus from ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai to Roma Prenestina A1 once a week. Tickets cost €90–130 and the journey takes 7h 19m.

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