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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Zurich is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 100.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Genoa and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genova P.Za Principe and arriving at Zuerich Hb. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Genoa to Zurich?

The distance between Genoa and Zurich is 390 km. The road distance is 415.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Zurich without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 37m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Genoa to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Zurich bus from?

Genoa to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Genoa station.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Zurich train from?

Genoa to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train, bus or fly from Genoa to Zurich?

The best way to get from Genoa to Zurich is to train via Milan which takes 5h 37m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 5m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 100 - SFr 270 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Genoa to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Genoa to Zurich train arrive?

Genoa to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Zurich is 416 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Genoa to Zurich.

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

Book your Genoa to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Genoa to Zurich?

Book your Genoa to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Genoa to Zurich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Genoa to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 37m
CHF 50–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N177
6h 5m
CHF 29–50
Drive 415.7 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Zurichcar 415.7 km
4h 30m
CHF 69–99
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
5h 30m
CHF 88–237
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 39m
CHF 75–130
Train via Como
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Como S.Giovannitrain Re13
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
6h 34m
CHF 77–215
Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport
1. Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GOA - ZRH
7h 14m
CHF 100–264

Genoa to Zurich by train (Trenitalia)

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5h 37mAverage Duration

CHF 50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 390.4 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Zuerich Hb via Milano Centrale in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 29–50 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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