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

The cheapest way to get from CERN to Zurich is to bus via Vernier, gare/Renfile which costs SFr 29 - SFr 55 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from CERN to Zurich is to line 18 tram and fly which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct train between CERN and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from CERN to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Zürich HB via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from CERN to Zurich?

The distance between CERN and Zurich is 281 km. The road distance is 281 km.

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

The best way to get from CERN to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from CERN to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the CERN to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from CERN to Zurich?

The best way to get from CERN to Zurich is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the CERN to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from CERN to Zurich?

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1224+ hotels available in Zurich.

CERN to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 18 tram, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from CERN to Zurich by train, bus, car, tram, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
4h 1m
CHF 93–169
Bus via Vernier, gare/Renfile
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus RegioJet 95
5h 51m
CHF 30–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurichbus Kyiv-Lyon
5h 23m
Drive 281 km
1. Drive from CERN to Zurichcar 281 km
2h 55m
CHF 45–64
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 40m
CHF 99–270

CERN to Zurich by foot, tram, and train

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4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.7 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 85–150 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Geneva to Zurich once daily, and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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