How to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €378.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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€56

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€36

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€40

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4h 3m

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3h 33m

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The cheapest way to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich costing on average €56.

A bus is €342 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich costing on average €378.

The fastest way to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Esslingen am Neckar and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €36 compared to roughly €40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €4. The journey takes 5h 31m versus 2h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich

How to get from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • DB Regio Stuttgart
    8:55 AM3h28
    Esslingen am Neckar
    12:23 PMZurich
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    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • DB Regio Stuttgart
    8:55 AM3h28
    Esslingen am Neckar
    12:23 PMZurich
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    2 transfers

Fastest

  • DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
    8:13 AM3h10
    Esslingen am Neckar
    11:23 AMZurich
    €801One-way
    2 transfers

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  • DB Regio Stuttgart
    10:55 AM3h28
    Esslingen am Neckar
    2:23 PMZurich
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    2 transfers
  • DB Regio Stuttgart
    12:55 PM3h28
    Esslingen am Neckar
    4:23 PMZurich
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    2 transfers
  • DB Regio Stuttgart
    2:55 PM3h28
    Esslingen am Neckar
    6:23 PMZurich
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    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Esslingen am Neckar and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €36.

This is compared to other travel options from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich costing on average €56.

A bus is €342 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich costing on average €378.

The fastest way to travel from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

The distance from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich is:
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Esslingen am Neckar 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 Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich:
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Esslingen (Neckar) station and arrive in Zurich HB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Eurowings, Cityjet, Austrian Airlines to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Esslingen am Neckar to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Esslingen am Neckar 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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