How to travel from Erlangen to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Erlangen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a flight costs an average of $607.

Distance: 190 miles (306 km)

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$58

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$128

Average price

$607

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$139

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 11m

Average total duration

8h 41m

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30m

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6h 7m

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5h 37m

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4h 3m

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2h 3m

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5h 3m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.9 - 1.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Zurich costing on average $128.

A bus is $549 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Zurich costing on average $607.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 7m.

Bus takes on average 9h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Erlangen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Erlangen 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 3h 0m sooner (2h 3m by flight vs 5h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $607 compared to roughly $139 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 Erlangen to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:55 PM12h50
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:55 PM12h50
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH147+SwissLH5740
    6:40 PM3h10
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    9:50 PMZurich Airport
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4967 · IC 2164 · IC 187
    9:03 AM6h20
    Erlangen station
    3:23 PMZurich HB
    $831One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 503 · ECE 192
    9:38 AM6h50
    Erlangen station
    4:28 PMZurich HB
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4909 · ICE 527 · ECE 192
    10:29 AM5h59
    Erlangen station
    4:28 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 AM9h25
    Erlangen, Busbahnhof
    3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH149+SwissLH5736
    6:10 AM3h35
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    9:45 AMZurich Airport
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH141 · LH1188
    8:30 AM3h50
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    12:20 PMZurich Airport
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH149 · LH1186
    6:10 AM4h30
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    10:40 AMZurich Airport
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Erlangen and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Erlangen to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Zurich costing on average $128.

A bus is $549 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Zurich costing on average $607.

The fastest way to travel from Erlangen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 7m.

Bus takes on average 9h 11m.

The distance from Erlangen to Zurich is approximately 190 miles (306 km).
The average frequency per day from Erlangen to Zurich is:
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Erlangen station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Erlangen, Busbahnhof and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Erlangen to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Erlangen to Zurich:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Erlangen 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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