How to travel from Brno to Zurich

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Compare bus and train for Brno to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brno to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $91 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $91, while a train costs an average of $150.

Distance: 391 miles (630 km)

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$91

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$150

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$243

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13h 3m

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12h 33m

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11h 36m

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11h 6m

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9h 17m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Brno to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $91 (€75).

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

A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Zurich costing on average $150 (€123).

The fastest way to travel from Brno to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 11h 36m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brno and Zurich including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brno to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $150 (€123) compared to roughly $243 (€200) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $93 (€77). The journey takes 11h 6m versus 9h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Brno to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM15h35
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $881One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM15h35
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $881One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 53 · ICE 1214 · ECE 98
    9:18 AM11h10
    Brno hlavní nádraží
    8:28 PMZurich HB
    $1941One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 PM15h50
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    8:00 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $941One-way
    2 transfers
  • ČSAD Tišnov000240
    6:00 PM11h40
    Brno, ÚAN Zvonařka
    5:40 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    $961One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 AM13h25
    Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží)
    3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $1091One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brno 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 Brno to Zurich.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brno and Zurich including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Brno to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $91 (€75).

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

A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brno to Zurich costing on average $150 (€123).

The fastest way to travel from Brno to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 11h 36m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 3m.

The distance from Brno to Zurich is approximately 391 miles (630 km).
The average frequency per day from Brno to Zurich is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brno to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brno hlavní nádraží and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brno, Benešova - Grandhotel (Hlavní nádraží) and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brno to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with ČSAD Tišnov, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brno to Zurich:
  • 1 direct buses per day with ČSAD Tišnov.
Omio customers who travel from Brno 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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