How to travel from Barcelona to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, while a flight costs an average of $447.

Distance: 519 miles (836 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Barcelona to Zurich

Compare the available ways to get from Barcelona to Zurich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Zurich is a train with an average price of $67 (€56).

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

A train is $43 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $109 (€92).

A train is $381 (€321) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $447 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 21m.

Bus takes on average 20h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 36m sooner (3h 51m by flight vs 10h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $447 (€377) compared to roughly $226 (€191) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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

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

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  • British AirwaysBA477 · BA762
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  • British AirwaysBA475 · BA762
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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Zurich is a train with an average price of $67 (€56).

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

A train is $43 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $109 (€92).

A train is $381 (€321) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $447 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 21m.

Bus takes on average 20h 42m.

The distance from Barcelona to Zurich is approximately 519 miles (836 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Zurich is:
  • Around 79 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, Qatar Airways, Air Europa, Swiss, ITA, Turkish Airlines, Iberia, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, easyJet, Austrian Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Transavia France, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Lot Polish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Smartwings, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air, KLM Cityhopper, Air Serbia, Amelia, asl airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Bulgaria Air to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Twiliner to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct flights per day with Vueling, Swiss, easyJet, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Twiliner.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, 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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