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

The cheapest way to get from Ferrara to Zurich is to bus via Verona which costs SFr 40 - SFr 70 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferrara to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 300.

Is there a direct bus between Ferrara and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferrara to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ferrara Autostazione - Stallo 09 and arriving at ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai via Cento Autostazione, Liceo Statale “Carlo Sigonio” and Modena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ferrara and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Ferrara to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ferrara and arriving at Zürich HB via Bologna centrale, Milano Centrale and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Ferrara to Zurich?

The distance between Ferrara and Zurich is 512 km. The road distance is 494.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferrara to Zurich without a car is to train via Milan which takes 6h 5m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Ferrara to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Zurich bus from?

Ferrara to Zurich bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Modena station.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Zurich train from?

Ferrara to Zurich train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Ferrara station.

Train or bus from Ferrara to Zurich?

The best way to get from Ferrara to Zurich is to train via Milan which takes 6h 5m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 110 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Ferrara to Zurich bus arrive?

Ferrara to Zurich bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai station.

Where does the Ferrara to Zurich train arrive?

Ferrara to Zurich train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna centrale station.

Can I drive from Ferrara to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferrara to Zurich is 494 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Ferrara to Zurich.

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

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Ferrara to Zurich - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Ferrara to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna centraletrain
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
4. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
6h 5m
CHF 93–157
Bus via Verona
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferrara to Veronabus 423
2. Take the bus from Verona to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 401 / ...
9h 40m
CHF 43–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
7h 32m
CHF 67–104
Drive 494.4 km
1. Drive from Ferrara to Zurichcar 494.4 km
6h 1m
CHF 83–120
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BLQ - ZRH
4h 29m
CHF 84–297
Train
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Padovatrain 8924 / ...
2. Take the train from Padova to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
7h 17m
CHF 98–166
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VCE - ZRH
5h 9m
CHF 90–271
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Firenze S.M.N.train
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
5h 22m
CHF 111–319
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Basel (BSL)plane VCE - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 28m
CHF 97–305

Ferrara to Zurich by train

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Distance: 512.4 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Ferrara, Italy and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ferrara to Zürich HB via Bologna centrale, Milano Centrale, and Lugano in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, Onebus operates a bus from Modena to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquai once a week. Tickets cost CHF 60–90 and the journey takes 3h 58m.

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