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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to CERN is to bus which costs €26 - €55 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to CERN is to fly and line 18 tram which takes 2h 39m and costs €110 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to CERN. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Zurich to CERN?

The distance between Zurich and CERN is 281 km. The road distance is 275.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to CERN without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €65 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Zurich to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to CERN train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to CERN?

The best way to get from Zurich to CERN is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €65 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €55 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Zurich to CERN train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to CERN is 275 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Zurich to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 1115+ hotels available in CERN.

Zurich to CERN - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 18 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to CERN by train, bus, 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 Zürich HB to GenèveIc1 / ...
3h 27m
€66–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to GenevaN106 / ...
4h 49m
€26–54
Drive 275.3 km
1. Drive from Zurich to CERN275.3 km
2h 59m
€49–70
Fly, line 18 tram
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)ZRH - GVA
2. Take the tram from Vernier, Blandonnet to Meyrin, CERN
2h 39m
€111–301

Zurich to CERN by train, tram, and foot

103Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Genève hourly. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Geneva every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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