How to travel from Bremen to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bremen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train 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 €65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, while a flight costs an average of €605.

Distance: 394 miles (635 km)

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€112

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€605

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€65

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€184

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8h 36m

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8h 6m

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9h 6m

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Compare ways to travel from Bremen to Zurich

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €65.

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

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Zurich costing on average €112.

A bus is €541 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Zurich costing on average €605.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 16h 5m.

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 train as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 0m faster (8h 6m by train vs 9h 6m by car) and roughly €72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€112 vs €184). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bremen to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

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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 · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissLX851
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 201 · IC 789
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4419 · ICE 771 · ICE 201 · IC 789
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4417 · ICE 7+TGVTGV 9219
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · ICE 1071+LufthansaLH1192
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · ICE 1071+Air DolomitiLH1194
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2033 · ICE 1071+LufthansaLH1196
    2 transfers

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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.

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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 €65.

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

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Zurich costing on average €112.

A bus is €541 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Zurich costing on average €605.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 56m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 16h 5m.

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 6 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 KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Turkish Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Austrian Airlines, Cityjet, Amelia, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, easyJet, Edelweiss Air to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bremen to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, easyJet, 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, 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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