How to travel from Bremen to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bremen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a flight costs an average of $775.

Distance: 394 miles (635 km)

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$775

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$146

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$88

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$224

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4h 50m

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8h 35m

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16h 19m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Zurich costing on average $146.

A bus is $687 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Zurich costing on average $775.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 35m.

Bus takes on average 16h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bremen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen 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 16m sooner (2h 50m by flight vs 9h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $775 compared to roughly $224 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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from Bremen to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM17h10
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM17h10
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Helvetic AirwaysLX851
    10:10 AM1h25
    Bremen Airport
    11:35 AMZurich Airport
    $3421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60471 · IC 563
    11:10 PM10h16
    Bremen Hbf
    9:26 AMZurich HB
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 201 · IC 789
    1:45 PM8h15
    Bremen Hbf
    10:00 PMZurich HB
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 619 · IC 60403 · IC 559
    8:44 PM10h42
    Bremen Hbf
    7:26 AMZurich HB
    $731One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 PM16h00
    Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg)
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:48 PM16h52
    Bremen Hbf
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 109+Condor FlugdienstDE4311
    11:45 AM9h00
    Bremen Hbf
    8:45 PMZurich Airport
    $4561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 105+Condor FlugdienstDE4311
    7:44 AM13h01
    Bremen Hbf
    8:45 PMZurich Airport
    $4561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1334 · TK1907
    6:35 PM14h50
    Bremen Airport
    9:25 AMZurich Airport
    $4561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen 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 Bremen to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bremen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Zurich costing on average $146.

A bus is $687 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Zurich costing on average $775.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 35m.

Bus takes on average 16h 19m.

The distance from Bremen to Zurich is approximately 394 miles (635 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Zurich is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bremen 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 Bremen to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bremen Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Amelia, Edelweiss Air, Cityjet to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bremen to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen 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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