How to travel from Dortmund to Zurich

Travel from Dortmund, Germany to Zurich, Switzerland is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Zurich from Dortmund restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Zurich, Switzerland from Dortmund?

• There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Zurich, Switzerland?

The government of Switzerland has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face mask requirement: Regional advice

The above information was last verified on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip between Dortmund and Zurich closer to your planned date of departure here.

The current restriction level for returning to Dortmund, Germany from Switzerland is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Dortmund, Germany from Zurich, Switzerland?

Reentering Germany is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Dortmund from Zurich?

• There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Dortmund, Germany regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Germany must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face masks: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Dortmund from Zurich here.

There are 3 travel options from Dortmund to Zurich: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Zurich is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $16 (€14) compared to other travel options to Zurich:

A bus is generally $138 (€122) less than a flight for the same route. Taking a flight costs on average $154 (€136) from Dortmund to Zurich.

A bus is $104 (€92) less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Zurich costing on average $120 (€106).

The quickest way to travel from Dortmund to Zurich is by flight, which takes on average 6 h 50 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, taking a bus requires on average 11 h 23 min   of travel time.

In comparison, going by train can take 9 h 23 min   on average.

The distance is approximately 290 miles (467 km) from Dortmund to Zurich.

The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Zurich is:

• Around 1 bus per day.
• 7 trains a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Dortmund to Zurich as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

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

• Most travelers board their bus from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
• Most travelers board their plane from Dortmund Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
• Most travelers who book a train ticket from Dortmund to Zurich depart from Dortmund Hbf to Zürich HB.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Zurich by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find ÖBB | Nightjet Dortmund to Zurich tickets on Omio for $120 (€106).

When planning your trip from Dortmund to Zurich, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets cost on average $16 (€14) one way.
• Plane tickets cost on average $154 (€136) one way.
• Train tickets cost $120 (€106) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Dortmund to Zurich online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.