How to travel from Flensburg to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Flensburg to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Flensburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $125 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $125, while a flight costs an average of $560.

Distance: 513 miles (827 km)

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Driving

$560

Average price

$141

Average price

$125

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Cheapest

$279

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

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2h 0m

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11h 4m

Average total duration

10h 34m

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30m

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19h 3m

Average total duration

18h 33m

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30m

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11h 1m

Average total duration

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2.5 - 5.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 2.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Flensburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $125.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Flensburg to Zurich costing on average $141.

A bus is $435 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Flensburg to Zurich costing on average $560.

The fastest way to travel from Flensburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 4m.

Bus takes on average 19h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Flensburg and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Flensburg to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 27m faster (10h 34m by train vs 11h 1m by car) and roughly $138 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($141 vs $279). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Flensburg to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:45 PM18h55
    Flensburg, Bahnhof
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $831One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:45 PM18h55
    Flensburg, Bahnhof
    12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $831One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissLX1059
    7:15 PM1h20
    Hamburg Airport
    8:35 PMZurich Airport
    $4341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn11177 · ICE 775 · IC 2387 · 17691
    3:17 PM15h06
    Flensburg station
    6:23 AMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn11177 · ICE 775 · RE 52387 · 17691
    3:17 PM15h06
    Flensburg station
    6:23 AMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn11177 · ICE 775 · IC 2387 · 17691
    3:17 PM15h09
    Flensburg station
    6:26 AMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 AM25h35
    Flensburg, Bahnhof
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $871One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:45 PM21h00
    Flensburg, Bahnhof
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW7762
    1:50 PM1h25
    Hamburg Airport
    3:15 PMZurich Airport
    $2021One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air BalticLX1051
    9:25 AM1h30
    Hamburg Airport
    10:55 AMZurich Airport
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS260 · OS135
    7:30 AM3h30
    Hamburg Airport
    11:00 AMZurich Airport
    $2141One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Flensburg 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 Flensburg to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Flensburg and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Flensburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $125.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Flensburg to Zurich costing on average $141.

A bus is $435 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Flensburg to Zurich costing on average $560.

The fastest way to travel from Flensburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 4m.

Bus takes on average 19h 3m.

The distance from Flensburg to Zurich is approximately 513 miles (827 km).
The average frequency per day from Flensburg to Zurich is:
  • Around 118 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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