How to travel from Gothenburg to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Gothenburg to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €107 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €107, while a flight costs an average of €166.

Distance: 728 miles (1172 km)

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19h 1m

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18h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €107.

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

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Zurich costing on average €126.

A bus is €59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Zurich costing on average €166.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 1m.

Bus takes on average 28h 2m.

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

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from Gothenburg to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175
    5:55 AM19h25
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:20 AMZurich HB
    1111One-way
    6 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175
    5:55 AM19h25
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:20 AMZurich HB
    1111One-way
    6 transfers

Fastest

  • Helvetic AirwaysLX1223
    2:55 PM2h00
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    4:55 PMZurich Airport
    2381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · RJ 385 · ECE 9 · IR 2347
    5:55 AM19h25
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:20 AMZurich HB
    1301One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · RJ 385 · ECE 9 · IR 1995
    5:55 AM19h29
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    1:24 AMZurich HB
    1301One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 1039 · RJ 385 · 11173 · ICE 773
    5:55 AM18h06
    Gothenburg Centralstation
    12:01 AMZurich HB
    1411One-way
    7 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM42h10
    Gothenburg, Korsvägen
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1151One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:40 AM31h05
    Göteborg, Åkareplatsen
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1161One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1453 · AF1192
    6:00 PM15h55
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    9:55 AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    1641One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1453 · AF1392
    6:00 PM19h45
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    1:45 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    1641One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1153 · AF1192
    1:10 PM20h45
    Göteborg-Landvetter Airport
    9:55 AMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    1961One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gothenburg and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €107.

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

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Zurich costing on average €126.

A bus is €59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Zurich costing on average €166.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 1m.

Bus takes on average 28h 2m.

The distance from Gothenburg to Zurich is approximately 728 miles (1172 km).
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Zurich is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Göteborg-Landvetter Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Sas Airways, KLM, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Cityjet to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Gothenburg to Zurich:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg 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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