There are 9 ways to get from Paris to Switzerland by train, bus, car 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.
Recommended option
Train • 4h 9m
SFr 110 - SFr 147
Cheapest option
Bus • 10h 16m
SFr 45 - SFr 59
7 alternative options
Bus, train • 12h 57m
SFr 56 - SFr 93
Drive • 6h 15m
SFr 85 - SFr 130
Train to Paris Orly, fly to Mulhouse • 2h 46m
SFr 80 - SFr 348
Fly Paris CDG to Basel • 4h
SFr 69 - SFr 316
Fly Paris CDG to Geneva • 4h 6m
SFr 66 - SFr 279
Train to Paris Orly, fly to Geneva • 3h 57m
SFr 62 - SFr 211
Fly Paris CDG to Zurich • 4h 22m
SFr 72 - SFr 241
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The cheapest way to get from Paris to Switzerland is to bus which costs 40€ - 55€ and takes 10h 16m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Switzerland is to train and fly which costs 70€ - 330€ and takes 2h 46m.
No, there is no direct train from Paris to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
The distance between Paris and Switzerland is 495 km. The road distance is 661.2 km.
The best way to get from Paris to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs 100€ - 140€.
It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Paris to Switzerland, including transfers.
Paris to Switzerland train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The best way to get from Paris to Switzerland is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs 100€ - 140€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 40€ - 55€ and takes 10h 16m, you could also fly, which costs 60€ - 300€ and takes 4h.
The quickest flight from Paris Orly Airport to Mulhouse Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h.
Paris to Switzerland train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.
- Distance: 494.8 km
- Duration: 4h 9m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Switzerland?
TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich Hb 5 times a day. Tickets cost SFr 100 - SFr 140 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Zurich once daily. Tickets cost SFr 35 - SFr 45 and the journey takes 10h 5m.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Paris Orly to Mulhouse
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 95 - SFr 450
Flights from Paris CDG to Basel
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 65 - SFr 280
Flights from Paris CDG to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 45 - SFr 310
Flights from Paris CDG to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 50 - SFr 250
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 90 - SFr 370
Flights from Paris CDG to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 210
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Basel via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 180 - SFr 550
Flights from Paris CDG to Zurich via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 7m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 170 - SFr 460
Flights from Paris CDG to Zurich via Dusseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 210
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Paris Orly to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 40 - SFr 220
- Website
- luxair.lu
Flights from Paris CDG to Geneva via Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- SFr 290 - SFr 1300
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Geneva via Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 430 - SFr 2700
- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Zurich via Dusseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 70 - SFr 330
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 100 - SFr 140
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 100 - SFr 120
- 1st Class
- SFr 110 - SFr 140
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Basel SBB to Baden
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 26 - SFr 50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
The Réseau Express Régional (RER) has 5 lines that connect central Paris to the city suburbs, including notable destinations such as Charles de Gaulle airport, Disneyland Paris and Versailles. The RER is also a great option for getting around the city centre as it operates like an express subway train (like the Paris metro, but with fewer stops). If you’re travelling solely within central Paris Zone 1, you can use a Paris Metro ticket. If you’re travelling beyond Zone 1, you’ll need to purchase a Billet Ile-de-France. Children under 4 travel free on the RER.
Contact Details
- Website
- ratp.fr
Train from Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame to Antony
- Ave. Duration
- 17 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 1 - SFr 3
- Website
- RATP Paris
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 35 - SFr 45
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg - Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 35m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 18 - SFr 23
- Website
- Blablabus
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Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Switzerland is 661 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Paris to Switzerland.
Air France offers flights from Paris Orly Airport to Mulhouse Airport.
Book your Paris to Switzerland train tickets online with Omio.
There are 665+ hotels available in Switzerland. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Paris to Paris CDG Airport is to train which takes 38 min and costs 10€.