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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Zurich is to train and fly which takes 4h 24m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Utrecht to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Zurich?

The distance between Utrecht and Zurich is 661 km. The road distance is 744.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Zurich without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 8h 18m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Utrecht to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Zurich bus from?

Utrecht to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum station.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Zurich train from?

Utrecht to Zurich train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Train or bus from Utrecht to Zurich?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Zurich is to train via Mannheim which takes 8h 18m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Utrecht to Zurich bus arrive?

Utrecht to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Utrecht to Zurich train arrive?

Utrecht to Zurich train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Zurich is 744 km. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Utrecht to Zurich.

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

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

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

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Utrecht to Zurich - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Utrecht to Zurich by train, plane, 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 Utrecht Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)AMS - ZRH
4h 24m
CHF 105–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Amsterdam Sloterdijk068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Zurich Bus StationN831
14h 15m
CHF 40–109
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duesseldorf HbfIce
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB20 / ...
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBIce / ...
8h 18m
CHF 103–396
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Utrecht, Centraal Jaarbeurszijde to Breda, Centraal Station501 / ...
2. Take the train from Breda to Brussels-NordEc
3. Take the bus from Brussels-North Station to Zurich
13h 47m
Night train
1. Take the night train from Utrecht Centraal to Zuerich HbNj
10h 33m
CHF 110–390
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Utrecht 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 28m
CHF 95–276
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)DUS - ZRH
5h 46m
CHF 98–283
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CGN - ZRH
6h 1m
CHF 103–304
Train, train to Brussels Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Antwerpen-Centraal
3. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BRU - ZRH
6h 21m
CHF 116–342
Train
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Zürich HBNightjet
11h 18m
CHF 110–420
Drive 744.4 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Zurich744.4 km
7h 20m
CHF 122–176

Utrecht to Zurich by train

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8h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 661.2 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Zürich HB via Duesseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf Hbf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, and Basel SBB in around 8h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Zurich Bus Station via Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 14h 15m.

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