What is the cheapest way to get from CERN to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from CERN to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 24 - SFr 55 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from CERN to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from CERN to Switzerland is to line 18 tram and fly which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 350.

Is there a direct bus between CERN and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from CERN to Switzerland station. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between CERN and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from CERN to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Genève and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from CERN to Switzerland?

The distance between CERN and Switzerland is 282 km. The road distance is 281 km.

How do I travel from CERN to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from CERN to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140.

How long does it take to get from CERN to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from CERN to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the CERN to Switzerland bus from?

CERN to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the CERN to Switzerland train from?

CERN to Switzerland train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from CERN to Switzerland?

The best way to get from CERN to Switzerland is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 55 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the CERN to Switzerland bus arrive?

CERN to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the CERN to Switzerland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from CERN to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between CERN to Switzerland is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from CERN to Switzerland.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1270+ hotels available in Switzerland.

CERN to Switzerland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 18 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from CERN to Switzerland by train, bus, car, tram, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
4h 6m
CHF 84–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144 / ...
6h 8m
CHF 25–53
Drive 281 km
1. Drive from CERN to Zurichcar 281 km
2h 55m
CHF 48–69
Line 18 tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Meyrin, CERN to Vernier, Blandonnettram
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2h 41m
CHF 116–345

CERN to Switzerland by foot, tram, and train

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Distance: 282.4 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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