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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Mainz Hbf and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Mainz to Zurich?

The distance between Mainz and Zurich is 328 km. The road distance is 369.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 5h 14m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Mainz to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Zurich bus from?

Mainz to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mainz central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Zurich train from?

Mainz to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Zurich?

The best way to get from Mainz to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 180 and takes 5h 14m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 8h.

Where does the Mainz to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Zurich train arrive?

Mainz to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Zurich is 370 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Mainz to Zurich.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Mainz to Zurich by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Frankfurt to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 46m
CHF 98–229
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Mainz Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
6h 22m
CHF 29–95
Train via Basel
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 43
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
5h 14m
CHF 61–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mainz central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 476
8h
CHF 35–60
Fly Frankfurt to Basel, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
4h 5m
CHF 142–399
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
4h 35m
CHF 133–369
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
6h 22m
CHF 45–85
Train via Karlsruhe
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain S6
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
7h 17m
CHF 92–179
Drive 369.7 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Zurichcar 369.7 km
3h 59m
CHF 71–102

Mainz to Zurich by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 327.8 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Mainz, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, and Air Dolomiti fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Zürich HB via Frankfurt and Basel SBB in around 5h 14m.

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