There are 5 ways to get from Zürich to Gerno by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Bus, train
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Take the bus from Zürich to Chiasso
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Take the train from Chiasso to Sesto S.Giovanni
Drive
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Drive from Zürich to Gerno
Fly, train
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Fly from Zurich (ZRH) to Milan Malpensa (MXP)
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Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T.1 to Milano Porta Garibaldi
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Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Macherio-Canonica
Zürich to Gerno by train
The train journey time between Zürich and Gerno is around 3h 26m and covers a distance of around 251 km. This includes an average layover time of around 11 min. Operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Trenord and Trenitalia EuroCity, the Zürich to Gerno train service departs from Zuerich Hb and arrives in Macherio-Canonica. Typically 155 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Zürich to Gerno is to bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 23 and takes 5h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Zürich to Gerno is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 9m.
No, there is no direct train from Zürich to Gerno. However, there are services departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Macherio-Canonica via Chiasso and Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
The distance between Zürich and Gerno is 200 km. The road distance is 267.3 km.
The best way to get from Zürich to Gerno without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 170.
It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Zürich to Gerno, including transfers.
Zürich to Gerno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zuerich Hb station.
The best way to get from Zürich to Gerno is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 23 and takes 5h 5m.
The quickest flight from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.
Zürich to Gerno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Chiasso station.
- Distance: 199.9 km
- Duration: 3h 26m
What companies run services between Zürich, Switzerland and Gerno, Italy?
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Chiasso hourly. Tickets cost €60 - €120 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Milan once daily. Tickets cost €15 - €19 and the journey takes 4h 35m.
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Zurich to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €450
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 Zuerich Hb to Chiasso
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €60 - €120
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Trenord operates regional and suburban lines throughout Italy’s Lombardy region, including the Malapensa Express from Milan’s Malapensa Airport and local lines around Lake Como and the Italian Lakes. Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don’t need to be booked in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 02 7249 4494
- my-link@trenord.it
- Website
- trenord.it
Train from Chiasso to Sesto S.Giovanni
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €4 - €5
- Website
- Trenord
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T.1 to Milano Porta Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- Trenord
Train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Macherio-Canonica
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €4
- Website
- Trenord
- Phone
- 02 72 49 49 49
- Website
- malpensaexpress.it
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T.1 to Milano Porta Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €11 - €15
- Website
- Malpensa Express
- 2nd Class
- €11 - €15
- Phone
- 0975 343195
- info@ventrebus.com
- Website
- ventrebus.com
Bus from Zürich to Chiasso
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €16
- Schedules at
- ventrebus.com
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 Zurich Bus Station to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €15 - €19
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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Yes, the driving distance between Zürich to Gerno is 267 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Zürich to Gerno.
Swiss offers flights from Zurich Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Book your Zürich to Gerno train tickets online with Omio.
There are 1095+ hotels available in Gerno. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Zürich to Zurich Airport is to train which takes 13 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 20.