How to travel from Copenhagen to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €89 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €89, while a train costs an average of €133.

Distance: 599 miles (964 km)

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€133

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€122

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€89

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€248

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14h 32m

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14h 2m

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20h 42m

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13h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €89.

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

A bus is €33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Zurich costing on average €122.

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Zurich costing on average €133.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 32m.

Bus takes on average 20h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Copenhagen 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 €133 compared to roughly €248 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €115. The journey takes 14h 2m versus 13h 44m 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 Copenhagen to Zurich

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:43 AM24h02
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    891One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:43 AM24h02
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    891One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK601
    7:55 AM1h45
    Copenhagen Airport
    9:40 AMZurich Airport
    3011One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 383 · 11165 · ICE 579 · IC 2381
    6:22 AM14h31
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:53 PMZurich HB
    1111One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 383 · 11165 · ICE 579 · RE 52381
    6:22 AM14h31
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:53 PMZurich HB
    1111One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 383 · 11165 · ICE 579 · IC 283
    6:22 AM15h01
    Copenhagen Central Station
    9:23 PMZurich HB
    1111One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 AM24h55
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    911One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 PM23h00
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    981One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM23h30
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1101One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1873 · VY6246
    5:25 PM15h20
    Copenhagen Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    1861One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1351 · AF1392
    6:05 AM7h40
    Copenhagen Airport
    1:45 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1871 · VY6248
    11:25 AM9h15
    Copenhagen Airport
    8:40 PMZurich Airport
    2181One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €90.

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

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Zurich costing on average €133.

A bus is €448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Zurich costing on average €537.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 14m.

Bus takes on average 21h 10m.

The distance from Copenhagen to Zurich is approximately 599 miles (964 km).
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Zurich is:
  • Around 110 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, Swiss, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Sas Airways, Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France, Cityjet, Transavia France, Vueling, Lot Polish Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, regional jet, British Airways to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Copenhagen to Zurich:
  • 7 direct flights per day with easyJet, Swiss, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Sas Airways, Cityjet.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen 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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