There are 6 ways to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon by plane, train, bus 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.
Recommended option
Fly Venice to Zurich • 3h 34m
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 9m
4 alternative options
Train to Bologna, fly to Zurich • 5h 8m
Fly Venice to Basel, train • 5h 16m
Train • 6h 16m
Drive • 5h 31m
Venice to Zürich Oerlikon by train
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Switzerland from Italy
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
Conditions of entry into Switzerland from Italy
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Switzerland
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Yes, entry into Switzerland is currently allowed from Italy.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Zürich Oerlikon is 0041 58 463 00 00.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Zürich Oerlikon is subject to regional advice.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0041 58 463 00 00.
No, returning to Italy from Switzerland is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 2 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 9m.
The quickest way to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon is to fly which costs €80 - €300 and takes 3h 34m.
No, there is no direct train from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon. However, there are services departing from Venezia S. Lucia and arriving at Zürich Oerlikon via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.
The distance between Venice and Zürich Oerlikon is 364 km. The road distance is 545.3 km.
The best way to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €110 - €260.
It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon, including transfers.
Venice to Zürich Oerlikon train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Venezia S. Lucia station.
The best way to get from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs €80 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €260 and takes 6h 16m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 9h 9m.
The quickest flight from Venice Airport to Zurich Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Venice to Zürich Oerlikon train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

- Distance: 364 km
- Duration: 3h 34m
What companies run services between Venice, Italy and Zürich Oerlikon, Switzerland?
Swiss, Air Dolomiti and Lufthansa fly from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon 4 times a day. Alternatively, Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Venezia S. Lucia to Zuerich Hb twice daily. Tickets cost SFr 100 - SFr 250 and the journey takes 6h 9m.

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Venice to Zurich via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 210 - SFr 1900
Flights from Bologna to Zurich via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 130 - SFr 490
Flights from Bologna to Zurich via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Monday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 150 - SFr 430
Flights from Venice to Basel via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- SFr 150 - SFr 500

- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Venice to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 120 - SFr 550
Flights from Bologna to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 110 - SFr 290

- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Venice to Basel
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- SFr 60 - SFr 250

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 15 - SFr 60
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- SFr 15 - SFr 21
- Base Standard
- SFr 30 - SFr 45
- Base Premium
- SFr 40 - SFr 60

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 11 - SFr 23
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- SFr 20 - SFr 23
Frequently asked questions

Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Venezia Santa Lucia Station to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 34m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 15 - SFr 45
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- SFr 17 - SFr 25
- Smart Low Cost
- SFr 15 - SFr 21
- Smart Flex
- SFr 30 - SFr 45

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 60
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Basel Sbb to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 25 - SFr 40
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- SFr 31 - SFr 36
- 1st Class
- SFr 25 - SFr 30

- Phone
- +49 (0) 7531 915109
- info@sbb-deutschland.de
- Website
- sbb-deutschland.de
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Website
- SBB GmbH

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 9m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 100 - SFr 250
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 100 - SFr 150
- 1st Class
- SFr 180 - SFr 250

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Venice to Zurich Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 28 - SFr 35
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Zürich Oerlikon is 545 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Venice to Zürich Oerlikon.
Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa and Swiss offer flights from Venice Airport to Zurich Airport.
Book your Venice to Zürich Oerlikon train tickets online with Omio.
There are 259+ hotels available in Zürich Oerlikon. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Venice to Venice Airport is to bus which takes 21 min and costs €8 - €11.