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

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 4 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aarau to Zurich is to train which takes 25 min and costs SFr 25 - SFr 30.

Is there a direct bus between Aarau and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aarau and arriving at Zurich. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Aarau and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aarau and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Aarau to Zurich?

The distance between Aarau and Zurich is 41 km. The road distance is 48.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Aarau to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs SFr 25 - SFr 30.

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

The train from Aarau to Zürich HB takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Zurich bus from?

Aarau to Zurich bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Aarau station.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Aarau to Zurich?

The best way to get from Aarau to Zurich is to train which takes 25 min and costs SFr 25 - SFr 30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 4 and takes 1h.

Where does the Aarau to Zurich bus arrive?

Aarau to Zurich bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Zurich station.

Where does the Aarau to Zurich train arrive?

Aarau to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Aarau to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Aarau to Zurich is 48 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Aarau to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Aarau to Zurich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Aarau to Zurich by train

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Distance: 41.2 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Aarau to Zürich HB every 15 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 25–30 and the journey takes 25 min. Südostbahn also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Aarau to Zurich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 4 and the journey takes 1h.

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