How to travel from Grenoble to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Grenoble to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1375 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 40m. 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 Kč1375, while a train costs an average of Kč3941.

Distance: 201 miles (325 km)

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Kč3941

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5h 40m

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7h 31m

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from Grenoble to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:10 AM14h10
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    15531One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:10 AM14h10
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    15531One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX2801
    6:00 AM0h45
    Geneva International Airport
    6:45 AMZurich Airport
    45871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12176+SNCF | TGV Lyria9213+TER17614
    9:21 AM7h05
    Gare de Grenoble
    4:26 PMZurich HB
    35961One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6618+SNCF | TGV Lyria9219+TER17618
    11:21 AM9h05
    Gare de Grenoble
    8:26 PMZurich HB
    61341One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4767 · 4743
    8:40 AM11h00
    Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière)
    7:40 PMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    17861One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1223 · VY6246
    11:30 PM9h15
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    23041One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1221 · VY6248
    9:35 AM11h05
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    8:40 PMZurich Airport
    29761One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7365 · AF1414
    11:20 AM11h05
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    10:25 PMZurich Airport
    32721One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Grenoble and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Grenoble to Zurich is a bus with an average price of Kč1375.

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

A bus is Kč2566 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Zurich costing on average Kč3941.

A bus is Kč2649 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Grenoble to Zurich costing on average Kč4025.

The fastest way to travel from Grenoble to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 5h 40m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 31m.

Flight takes on average 9h 44m.

The distance from Grenoble to Zurich is approximately 201 miles (325 km).
The average frequency per day from Grenoble to Zurich is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grenoble 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 Grenoble to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Grenoble and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Grenoble to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF Bus, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SBB, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Grenoble to Zurich:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Grenoble 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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