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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 90 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 190.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 34m.

How far is it from Prague to Zurich?

The distance between Prague and Zurich is 538 km. The road distance is 634.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Zurich without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 44m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Prague to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prague to Zurich train from?

Prague to Zurich train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Zurich?

The best way to get from Prague to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 240 and takes 11h 9m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 90 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Prague to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Zurich train arrive?

Prague to Zurich train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Muenchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Zurich is 635 km. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Prague to Zurich.

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

Book your Prague to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prague to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1224+ hotels available in Zurich.

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

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

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

Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PRG - ZRH
4h 20m
CHF 73–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N106 / ...
11h 40m
CHF 25–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to St. Gallen Lagerstrassebus RegioJet 95 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Gallen to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
9h 44m
CHF 35–75
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Muenchen Hbftrain Ec
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain 88
3. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
11h 9m
CHF 136–238
Night train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
14h 34m
CHF 180–260
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Basel, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL)plane PRG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 34m
CHF 75–218
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DRS - ZRH
6h 41m
CHF 126–382
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
14h 34m
CHF 160–210
Drive 634.7 km
1. Drive from Prague to Zurichcar 634.7 km
7h 2m
CHF 99–143

Prague to Zurich by bus and train

3Weekly Services

9h 44mAverage Duration

CHF 35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.9 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss, Lufthansa, and four other airlines fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zürich HB via Muenchen Hbf, München Hbf, Lindau-Reutin, and Bregenz in around 11h 9m.

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