How to travel from Berlin to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Berlin to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €52.

Distance: 416 miles (670 km)

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Bus

€172

Average price

€254

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€59

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Cheapest

11h 4m

Average total duration

10h 34m

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2h 1m

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12h 34m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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2.0 - 4.0kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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easyJet

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FlixBus

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from Berlin to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

FlixBusFlixBus
08:00AM12h50
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
08:50PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
$811One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
10:15PM17h15
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
03:30PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
$791One-way
2 transfers

Fastest

SWISSLX967
02:55PM1h25
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
04:20PMZurich Airport
$4931One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Deutsche BahnICE 597 · ICE 373
09:27AM9h33
Berlin Hbf
07:00PMZurich HB
$1971One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 597 · ICE 107 · IC 781
09:27AM8h33
Berlin Hbf
06:00PMZurich HB
$1971One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 91 · ICE 1650 · ICE 373
09:54AM9h06
Berlin Hbf
07:00PMZurich HB
$1971One-way
2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
07:00PM14h50
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
09:50AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
$801One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
11:30PM16h00
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
03:30PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
$791One-way
1 transfer
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
04:04PM17h46
Berlin Südkreuz station
09:50AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
$1411One-way
2 transfers
Air FranceAF1835 · AF1114
05:55PM15h55
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
09:50AMZurich Airport
$2931One-way
1 transfer
Air FranceAF1235 · AF1114
04:30PM17h20
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
09:50AMZurich Airport
$2931One-way
1 transfer
Air FranceAF1835 · AF1614
05:55PM20h00
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
01:55PMZurich Airport
$2931One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Berlin to Zürich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Berlin to Zürich, 61,54% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Berlin to Zürich and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Zurich.

FAQs

There are 3 ways to get from Berlin to Zurich: bus, train or flight.

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Zurich is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $45 (€41) compared to other travel options to Zurich:

A bus is $32 (€29) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Zurich costing on average $78 (€70).

Taking a bus costs $4 (€4) less than taking a train, which costs on average $50 (€45) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel between Berlin and Zurich is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 25 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

Bus takes on average 12 h 5 min.

Train takes 8 h 3 min on average.

The distance from Berlin to Zurich is approximately 415 miles (670 km).

The average frequency per day from Berlin to Zurich is:

  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • 47 flights a day.
  • 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Berlin to Zurich:

  • Most travelers take a bus from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
  • Most travelers take a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Zurich Airport.
  • Most travelers catch their train from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Berlin to Zurich:

  • You can travel by bus to Zurich from Berlin with FlixBus, and you can find FlixBus Berlin to Zurich tickets for $45 (€41) on Omio.
  • You can take a flight from Berlin to Zurich with SWISS, easyJet, Eurowings, LAER, Air Baltic, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines or Smartwings. Cheap tickets can be found for $78 (€70) with Eurowings from Berlin to Zurich.
  • You can take a train from Berlin to Zurich with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | InterCity. Cheap tickets can be found for $50 (€45) with Deutsche Bahn from Berlin to Zurich.

Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Zurich with the following travel companies:

  • Direct bus available with FlixBus 1 direct bus per day.
  • 9 direct flights per day with SWISS, easyJet, Eurowings or LAER.
  • Direct trains with with 1 direct train per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Zurich as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Berlin and Zurich.

Looking to extend your trip from Berlin to Zurich? Many Omio customers who go from Berlin to Zurich usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna or Lucerne. If you're looking to explore Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna or Lucerne from Zurich, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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