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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Malvaglia is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Malvaglia is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Malvaglia?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Malvaglia. However, there are services departing from Zürich Hbf and arriving at Malvaglia, Rongie via Bellinzona, Stazione and Biasca, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Malvaglia?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Malvaglia. However, there are services departing from Zürich Enge and arriving at Biasca via Thalwil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Zurich to Malvaglia?

The distance between Zurich and Malvaglia is 141 km. The road distance is 163.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Malvaglia without a car is to train via Thalwil which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Zurich to Malvaglia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Malvaglia bus from?

Zurich to Malvaglia bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Zürich Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Malvaglia train from?

Zurich to Malvaglia train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Thalwil station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Malvaglia?

The best way to get from Zurich to Malvaglia is to train via Thalwil which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 90 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Zurich to Malvaglia bus arrive?

Zurich to Malvaglia bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Lugano Stazione station.

Where does the Zurich to Malvaglia train arrive?

Zurich to Malvaglia train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Biasca station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Malvaglia?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Malvaglia is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Zurich to Malvaglia.

Where can I stay near Malvaglia?

There are 373+ hotels available in Malvaglia.

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There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Malvaglia by train, bus, or car

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Train via Thalwil
best
1. Take the train from Thalwil to Biascatrain Ic2
3h 4m
CHF 45–142
Drive 163.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Malvagliacar 163.8 km
1h 55m
CHF 27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Lugano Stazionebus
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Biasca, Stazionebus 222 / ...
4h 26m
CHF 29–90
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Biascatrain Ir46
3h 16m
CHF 58–174

Zurich to Malvaglia by train and bus

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Distance: 141 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Malvaglia, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Thalwil to Biasca 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 40–130 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zürich Hbf to Malvaglia, Rongie via Lugano Stazione, Lugano, Bellinzona, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Biasca, Stazione in around 4h 26m.

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