What is the cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 60 - SFr 120 and takes 22h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich is to bus and fly which takes 6h 34m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 300.

Is there a direct bus between Alba Iulia and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba Iulia to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Zürich via Lancrăm and Sebes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Alba Iulia and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Alba Iulia to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Budapest-Keleti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 19m.

How far is it from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

The distance between Alba Iulia and Zurich is 1266 km. The road distance is 1439.2 km.

How do I travel from Alba Iulia to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich without a car is to night train and train which takes 19h 19m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 230.

How long does it take to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Zurich bus from?

Alba Iulia to Zurich bus services, operated by Transmarian, depart from Sebes station.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Zurich train from?

Alba Iulia to Zurich train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Alba Iulia station.

Train or bus from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich is to bus which takes 22h 20m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 150 - SFr 230 and takes 20h 27m.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Zurich bus arrive?

Alba Iulia to Zurich bus services, operated by Transmarian, arrive at Zürich station.

What is the time difference between Alba Iulia and Zurich?

Zurich is 1h behind Alba Iulia. It is currently 3:25 AM in Alba Iulia and 2:25 AM in Zurich.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Zurich train arrive?

Alba Iulia to Zurich train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Alba Iulia to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba Iulia to Zurich is 1439 km. It takes approximately 13h 41m to drive from Alba Iulia to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1215+ hotels available in Zurich.

Alba Iulia to Zurich - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Alba Iulia to Zurich by bus, plane, night train, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Cluj-Napoca
2. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CLJ - ZRH
6h 34m
CHF 101–296
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sebes to Zürich
22h 20m
CHF 62–112
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Alba Iulia to Budapest-KeletiNight Train
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
19h 19m
CHF 154–227
Drive 1,439.2 km
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Zurich1,439.2 km
13h 41m
CHF 235–339
Bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Cluj-Napoca
2. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Basel (BSL)CLJ - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
7h 53m
CHF 68–273
Bus to Sibiu, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Sibiu
2. Fly from Sibiu (SBZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)SBZ - ZRH
8h 44m
CHF 110–250
Bus to Sibiu, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Sibiu
2. Fly from Sibiu (SBZ) to Basel (BSL)SBZ - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
8h 38m
CHF 82–297
Train
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
20h 27m
CHF 154–227
Bus via Zurich Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Sebeș to Zurich Bus Station1921
25h 22m
CHF 102–152

Alba Iulia to Zurich by night train and train

7Weekly Services

19h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,265.8 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Alba Iulia, Romania and Zurich, Switzerland?

Transmarian operates a bus from Sebes to Zürich 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 60–110 and the journey takes 20h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alba Iulia to Zuerich Hb via Budapest-Keleti in around 20h 27m.

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