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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Chiasso is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 27 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Chiasso is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zürich and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Zurich to Chiasso?

The distance between Zurich and Chiasso is 202 km. The road distance is 229.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Chiasso without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

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

The train from Zürich HB to Chiasso takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Chiasso bus from?

Zurich to Chiasso bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Chiasso train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Chiasso?

The best way to get from Zurich to Chiasso is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 27 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Zurich to Chiasso bus arrive?

Zurich to Chiasso bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Chiasso station.

Where does the Zurich to Chiasso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Chiasso?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Chiasso is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Zurich to Chiasso.

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

Book your Zurich to Chiasso train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chiasso?

There are 4988+ hotels available in Chiasso.

Zurich to Chiasso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Chiasso 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Chiassotrain Ec / ...
2h 22m
CHF 45–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Chiassobus
4h 30m
CHF 15–27
Drive 229.1 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Chiassocar 229.1 km
2h 31m
CHF 36–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3h 52m
CHF 92–226
Train via Bellinzona
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Castione-Arbedotrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Castione-Arbedo to Chiassotrain S10
4h 4m

Zurich to Chiasso by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Chiasso, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Chiasso hourly. Tickets cost CHF 45–75 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Zürich to Chiasso twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–27 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Autolinee Ventre also services this route once a week.

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