How to travel from Kiel to Zurich

There are 3 options to travel between Kiel and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Kiel to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €65.

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

A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kiel to Zurich costing on average €134.

A bus is €104 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kiel to Zurich costing on average €170.

The fastest way to travel from Kiel to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 35m.

Bus takes on average 15h 5m.

The distance from Kiel to Zurich is approximately 485 miles (781 km).

The average frequency per day from Kiel to Zurich is:

• Around 57 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kiel 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 Kiel to Zurich:

• Buses mostly depart from Kiel, ZOB and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
• Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Kiel Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kiel to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurowings, Swiss, Air Baltic, Lufthansa, KLM to go to Zurich by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Zurich by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Kiel to Zurich with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Swiss, Air Baltic.
• 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE.

Omio customers who travel from Kiel 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.