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 40 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 300.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The distance between Rotterdam and Zurich is 670 km. The road distance is 742.5 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 11m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m 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 FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central 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 or bus from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train via Paris which takes 8h 11m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Zurich bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus 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 50m to drive from Rotterdam to Zurich.

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Zurich.

Rotterdam to Zurich - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam to Zurich by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, 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.

Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Zurich Airport
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)AMS - ZRH
4h 18m
CHF 111–291
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Zurich Bus Station007
14h 30m
CHF 40–110
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris NordThalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Zuerich HbTgv
8h 11m
CHF 137–370
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to EindhovenIntercity
2. Take the night train from Eindhoven Centraal to Zuerich HbNj
12h 21m
CHF 116–400
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraal
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BRU - ZRH
4h 59m
CHF 97–277
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Basel (BSL)AMS - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
5h 22m
CHF 96–308
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to EindhovenIntercity
2. Take the train from Eindhoven to Zürich HBNightjet
12h 21m
CHF 116–430
Drive 742.5 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Zurich742.5 km
7h 50m
CHF 122–176

Rotterdam to Zurich by train and foot

8Weekly Services

8h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 137Cheapest Price

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Distance: 669.7 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zuerich Hb via Paris Nord and Paris Est in around 8h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 40–110 and the journey takes 14h 30m.

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