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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Crest is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Crest is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Crest?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Crest. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Sncf Armorin via Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

How far is it from Zurich to Crest?

The distance between Zurich and Crest is 656 km. The road distance is 501 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Crest without a car is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs €100 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Zurich to Crest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Crest bus from?

Zurich to Crest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Crest?

The best way to get from Zurich to Crest is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs €100 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 10h 46m.

Where does the Zurich to Crest bus arrive?

Zurich to Crest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Valence station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Crest?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Crest is 501 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Zurich to Crest.

Where can I stay near Crest?

There are 482+ hotels available in Crest.

Zurich to Crest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Crest by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 MulhouseTgv
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes SudTgv
7h 42m
€108–280
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to ValenceFlixBus N1156
10h 46m
€43–67
Drive 501 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Crest501 km
5h 41m
€87–125
Train via Geneva
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to LausanneIc5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Annemasse
3. Take the train from Annemasse to AnnecyTer
4. Take the train from Annecy to Valence VilleTer
11h 24m
€118–243

Zurich to Crest by train and bus

19Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

€108Cheapest Price

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Distance: 655.5 km
Duration: 7h 42m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Crest, France?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Sncf Armorin via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, and Tgv R-Alpes Sud in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Valence 6 times a week. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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