How to travel from Alicante to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $143 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $143, while a flight costs an average of $159.

Distance: 771 miles (1242 km)

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$159

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$143

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$502

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6h 35m

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19h 11m

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15h 37m

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3.7 - 7.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $143.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Zurich:

A bus is $16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Zurich costing on average $159.

A bus is $180 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Zurich costing on average $323.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 11m.

Train takes on average 34h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Alicante and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Alicante to Zurich among Omio's users.

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from Alicante to Zurich

How to get from Alicante to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 6192
    2:35 PM2h30
    Alicante Elche Airport
    5:05 PMFriedrichshafen Airport
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 6192
    2:35 PM2h30
    Alicante Elche Airport
    5:05 PMFriedrichshafen Airport
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU25501
    7:25 AM2h15
    Alicante Elche Airport
    9:40 AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $1471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:50 PM37h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    8:00 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $1691One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX4050 · UX1675
    8:45 PM13h20
    Alicante Elche Airport
    10:05 AMZurich Airport
    $1061One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1303 · VY6246
    10:20 PM10h40
    Alicante Elche Airport
    9:00 AMZurich Airport
    $1291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1303 · VY6260
    10:20 PM14h30
    Alicante Elche Airport
    12:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Alicante to Zurich

Travel to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Alicante and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $143.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Zurich:

A bus is $16 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Zurich costing on average $159.

A bus is $180 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Zurich costing on average $323.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 35m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 11m.

Train takes on average 34h 51m.

The distance from Alicante to Zurich is approximately 771 miles (1242 km).
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Zurich is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Zurich as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe Viajeros to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Vueling, Air Baltic, Air Europa, Iberia, Eurowings, Edelweiss Air, Transavia France, Helvetic Airways, KLM Cityhopper, KLM to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Alicante to Zurich:
  • 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, Swiss, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.
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