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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 480.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Zürich. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The distance between Rotterdam and Zurich is 594 km. The road distance is 742.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 17m and costs SFr 210 - SFr 380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Rotterdam to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Zurich bus from?

Rotterdam to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Zurich train from?

Rotterdam to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train, bus or fly from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 480. Alternatively, you can train via Paris, which costs SFr 210 - SFr 380 and takes 8h 17m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Zurich bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Zurich train arrive?

Rotterdam to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Zurich is 743 km. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Rotterdam to Zurich.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Rotterdam to Zurich by plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane RTM - ZRH
3h 58m
CHF 141–475
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 45m
CHF 45–85
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Zuerich Hbtrain Tgv
8h 17m
CHF 218–375
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoventrain Intercity
2. Take the night train from Eindhoven Centraal to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
12h 21m
CHF 75–194
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AMS - ZRH
4h 19m
CHF 104–254
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Basel (BSL)plane AMS - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 23m
CHF 101–332
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRU - ZRH
4h 59m
CHF 87–246
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
11h 34m
CHF 80–210
Drive 742.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Zurichcar 742.6 km
7h 54m
CHF 122–176

Rotterdam to Zurich by train and foot

4Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 218Cheapest Price

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Distance: 593.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Zurich, Switzerland?

British Airways, Transavia Holland, and Swiss fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zuerich Hb via Paris Nord and Paris Est in around 8h 17m.

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