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

The cheapest way to get from Balerna to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balerna to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Balerna and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chiasso and arriving at Zurich. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Balerna and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Balerna to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Balerna and arriving at Zürich HB via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Balerna to Zurich?

The distance between Balerna and Zurich is 200 km. The road distance is 225.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Balerna to Zurich without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Balerna to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Zurich bus from?

Balerna to Zurich bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, depart from Chiasso station.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Balerna to Zurich?

The best way to get from Balerna to Zurich is to train via Lugano which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 46 and takes 4h.

Where does the Balerna to Zurich bus arrive?

Balerna to Zurich bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, arrive at Zurich station.

Where does the Balerna to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balerna to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Balerna to Zurich is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Balerna to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Balerna to Zurich by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2h 48m
CHF 43–86
Drive 225.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balerna to Zurichcar 225.4 km
2h 31m
CHF 36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiasso to Zurichbus
4h
CHF 46
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Chiasso to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3h 39m
CHF 40–85

Balerna to Zurich by train

178Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.9 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–75 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Chiasso to Zurich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 46 and the journey takes 4h.

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