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 55 - SFr 110 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 train and fly which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 300.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Zurich?

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

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 Zürich HB via Paris Est, Strasbourg and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The distance between Rotterdam and Zurich is 670 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 21m and costs SFr 240 - SFr 600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m 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 or bus from Rotterdam to Zurich?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Zurich is to train via Paris which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 240 - SFr 600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 110 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 55m to drive from Rotterdam to Zurich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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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 Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane AMS - ZRH
4h 19m
CHF 119–294
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 45m
CHF 55–110
Train via Paris
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nordtrain
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
8h 21m
CHF 244–577
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the night train from Eindhoven Centraal to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
12h 21m
CHF 81–183
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BRU - ZRH
5h 22m
CHF 107–266
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 28m
CHF 138–372
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Eindhoven Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
12h 21m
CHF 86–203
Drive 742.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Zurichcar 742.6 km
7h 55m
CHF 123–178

Rotterdam to Zurich by train and foot

96Weekly Services

8h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 669.7 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Zürich HB via Paris Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Rotterdam to Zürich twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 55–110 and the journey takes 11h 45m.

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