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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Staffa is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Staffa is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Staffa?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Staffa. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Domodossola via Locarno FART. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Zurich to Staffa?

The distance between Zurich and Staffa is 287 km. The road distance is 284.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Staffa without a car is to train and line 4 bus which takes 4h 46m and costs €95 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Zurich to Staffa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Staffa train from?

Zurich to Staffa train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Zürich HB station.

Where does the Zurich to Staffa train arrive?

Zurich to Staffa train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Locarno station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Staffa?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Staffa is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Zurich to Staffa.

Where can I stay near Staffa?

There are 2288+ hotels available in Staffa.

Zurich to Staffa - 3 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Zurich to Staffa by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Domodossolatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Macugnaga - Staffa - Piazza Municipiobus 4
4h 46m
€95–279
Drive 284.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Staffacar 284.7 km
3h 49m
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Locarnotrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
7h 48m
€75–110

Zurich to Staffa by train and bus

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.3 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Staffa, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Macugnaga - Staffa - Piazza Municipio via Locarno, Locarno FART, Domodossola, and Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria in around 7h 48m.

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