What is the cheapest way to get from Winterthur to CERN?

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to CERN is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Winterthur to CERN?

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to CERN is to fly and line 18 tram which takes 2h 40m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Winterthur to CERN. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Winterthur to CERN?

The distance between Winterthur and CERN is 311 km. The road distance is 295.2 km.

How do I travel from Winterthur to CERN without a car?

The best way to get from Winterthur to CERN without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €110 - €330.

How long does it take to get from Winterthur to CERN?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Winterthur to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to CERN train from?

Winterthur to CERN train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Winterthur station.

Where does the Winterthur to CERN train arrive?

Winterthur to CERN train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Winterthur to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to CERN is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Winterthur to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 518+ hotels available in CERN.

Winterthur to CERN - 3 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 18 tram

There are 3 ways to get from Winterthur to CERN by train, car, plane, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Winterthur to Genèvetrain Ic1
4h 5m
€114–321
Drive 295.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Winterthur to CERNcar 295.2 km
3h 10m
€52–75
Fly, line 18 tram
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2. Take the tram from Vernier, Blandonnet to Meyrin, CERNtram
2h 40m
€102–283

Winterthur to CERN by train, tram, and foot

108Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

€114Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Winterthur to CERN.

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Distance: 310.8 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Winterthur, Switzerland and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Winterthur to Genève hourly. Tickets cost €100–300 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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