How to travel from Ancona to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Ancona to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a flight costs an average of €319.

Distance: 354 miles (570 km)

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€97

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€70

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Cheapest

€319

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8h 35m

Average total duration

8h 5m

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30m

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12h 59m

Average total duration

12h 29m

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4h 15m

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2h 15m

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2h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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Air Dolomiti

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from Ancona to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 AM14h00
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    561One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 AM14h00
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    561One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8814+TrenitaliaEuroCity 20
    11:25 AM7h02
    Ancona station
    6:27 PMZurich HB
    1431One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+TrenitaliaEuroCity 126
    12:45 PM9h42
    Ancona station
    10:27 PMZurich HB
    1101One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+TrenitaliaEuroCity 20
    8:45 AM9h42
    Ancona station
    6:27 PMZurich HB
    1191One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3918+TrenitaliaEuroCity 126+Italo8134
    12:45 PM9h42
    Ancona station
    10:27 PMZurich HB
    1271One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 533+RegionaleRegionale 20439+easyJetU22988
    5:50 AM15h30
    Ancona station
    9:20 PMZurich Airport
    1151One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4153 · Regionale 20475+easyJetU22988
    9:05 AM12h15
    Ancona station
    9:20 PMZurich Airport
    1171One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 4205 · Regionale Veloce 20797 · Regionale 20457+easyJetU22988
    5:15 AM16h05
    Ancona station
    9:20 PMZurich Airport
    1201One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ancona 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 Ancona to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ancona and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €70.

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

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Zurich costing on average €97.

A bus is €249 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Zurich costing on average €319.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 35m.

Bus takes on average 12h 59m.

The distance from Ancona to Zurich is approximately 354 miles (570 km).
The average frequency per day from Ancona to Zurich is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ancona to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ancona Marche Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ancona to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Autolinee Ventre to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ancona to Zurich:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Autolinee Ventre.
Omio customers who travel from Ancona 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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