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

The cheapest way to get from Ghiffa to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghiffa to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Ghiffa and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghiffa to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ghiffa and arriving at Zürich via Brissago, Posta, Locarno, Rotonda and Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Ghiffa to Zurich?

The distance between Ghiffa and Zurich is 208 km. The road distance is 230.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghiffa to Zurich without a car is to line 26 bus and line 316 bus and train which takes 4h 38m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Ghiffa to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghiffa to Zurich bus from?

Ghiffa to Zurich bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Train or bus from Ghiffa to Zurich?

The best way to get from Ghiffa to Zurich is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Ghiffa to Zurich bus arrive?

Ghiffa to Zurich bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Zürich station.

Can I drive from Ghiffa to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghiffa to Zurich is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ghiffa to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Zurich.

Ghiffa to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, and line 316 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ghiffa to Zurich by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 26 bus, line 316 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ghiffa to Brissagobus 26
2. Take the bus from Brissago, Posta to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 316
3. Take the train from Locarno to Bellinzonatrain S20 / ...
4. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 38m
CHF 50–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürichbus
6h 43m
CHF 27–40
Drive 230.8 km
1. Drive from Ghiffa to Zurichcar 230.8 km
3h 1m
CHF 37–53
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Ghiffa to Porto Valtravagliataxi
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 10m
CHF 199–288
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
5h 52m
CHF 41–79

Ghiffa to Zurich by bus and train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 14–21 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Südostbahn operates a train from Locarno to Zürich HB every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 22m. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) also services this route once a week.

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