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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Zurich is to fly which costs SFr 85 - SFr 230 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Zürich via London Victoria Green Line Station and Luxembourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Zürich HB via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Est, Strasbourg and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.

How far is it from Scotland to Zurich?

The distance between Scotland and Zurich is 1272 km.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Zurich without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 12h 47m and costs SFr 370 - SFr 950.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Scotland to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Zurich bus from?

Scotland to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Zurich train from?

Scotland to Zurich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Zurich?

The best way to get from Scotland to Zurich is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train via Strasbourg, which costs SFr 370 - SFr 950 and takes 12h 47m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 210 and takes 26h 55m.

Where does the Scotland to Zurich bus arrive?

Scotland to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Scotland and Zurich?

Zurich is 1h ahead of Scotland. It is currently 3:51 PM in Scotland and 4:51 PM in Zurich.

Where does the Scotland to Zurich train arrive?

Scotland to Zurich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Zurich by plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, train (Eurostar), or car ferry

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Zurich Airport
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1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane EDI - ZRH
5h 10m
CHF 84–223
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
5. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
12h 47m
CHF 375–938
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus
2. Take the bus from London Victoria Green Line Station to Luxembourg P+R Bouillonbus
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Zürichbus
26h 55m
CHF 122–205
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Glasgow to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Zurichcar
16h 39m
CHF 369–483
Fly Glasgow Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GLA - ZRH
5h 6m
CHF 90–229
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane ABZ - ZRH
6h 42m
CHF 109–250
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Basel (BSL)plane EDI - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
6h 19m
CHF 103–270
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane INV - ZRH
7h 32m
CHF 121–303
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Zürich HBtrain Tgv
12h 55m
CHF 464–1,140
Bus via Ghent
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Ghent Dampoortbus
3. Take the bus from Gent to Zurichbus
28h 56m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Glasgow to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Zurichcar
17h 40m
CHF 254–410

Scotland to Zurich by train and foot

147Weekly Services

12h 47mAverage Duration

CHF 375Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,272.4 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Scotland and Zurich, Switzerland?

easyJet, Edelweiss Air, and three other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Zürich HB via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 12h 47m.

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