How to travel from Genoa to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Genoa to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 39m. 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 $60, while a train costs an average of $107.

Distance: 205 miles (331 km)

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$107

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5h 39m

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7h 3m

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The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Zurich costing on average $107.

A bus is $160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Zurich costing on average $220.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 3m.

Flight takes on average 11h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Genoa and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa to Zurich among Omio's users.

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from Genoa to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3021+TrenitaliaEuroCity 36
    3:44 PM5h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    9:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3021+TrenitaliaEuroCity 36
    3:44 PM5h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    9:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH1893+SwissLH5748
    6:00 AM4h00
    Genoa Airport
    10:00 AMZurich Airport
    $3611One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3032+TrenitaliaEuroCity 22
    1:44 PM5h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    7:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3016+TrenitaliaEuroCity 12
    5:44 AM5h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:27 AMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3040+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    5:44 PM5h43
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6011 · VY6262
    9:15 AM10h05
    Genoa Airport
    7:20 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $2511One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6011 · VY6248
    9:15 AM11h40
    Genoa Airport
    8:55 PMZurich Airport
    $2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1380+SwissAZ7186
    6:50 AM4h25
    Genoa Airport
    11:15 AMZurich Airport
    $2931One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa 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 Genoa to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Genoa and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Zurich costing on average $107.

A bus is $160 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Zurich costing on average $220.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 5h 39m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 3m.

Flight takes on average 11h 42m.

The distance from Genoa to Zurich is approximately 205 miles (331 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Zurich is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genoa and Zurich as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Genoa to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Genoa Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, DSB, SBB, Intercity, Regionale to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Genoa to Zurich:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa 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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