How to travel from Liège to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Liège to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, while a flight costs an average of €433.

Distance: 262 miles (423 km)

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Driving

€120

Average price

€72

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Cheapest

€433

Average price

€165

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 16m

Average total duration

6h 46m

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30m

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13h 23m

Average total duration

12h 53m

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30m

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4h 40m

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2h 40m

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2h 0m

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6h 18m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Liège to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €72.

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

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Zurich costing on average €120.

A bus is €361 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liège to Zurich costing on average €433.

The fastest way to travel from Liège to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 16m.

Bus takes on average 13h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Liège and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liège to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €120 compared to roughly €165 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €45. The journey takes 6h 46m versus 6h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Liège to Zurich

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM14h30
    Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €531One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 PM14h30
    Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €531One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 11 · ICE 103 · IC 795
    7:12 AM6h48
    Liège-Guillemins
    2:00 PMZurich HB
    €1201One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 11 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 · IC 775
    7:12 AM7h48
    Liège-Guillemins
    3:00 PMZurich HB
    €1151One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513 · ICE 277
    5:18 AM7h42
    Liège-Guillemins
    1:00 PMZurich HB
    €1211One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnR 5007 · 26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279
    7:19 AM7h41
    Liège-Guillemins
    3:00 PMZurich HB
    €1411One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 AM12h10
    Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins)
    3:45 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €571One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus52120 · 4740
    5:55 PM11h30
    Liege, Train Station Guillemins
    5:25 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    €631One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 7991
    2:05 PM18h40
    Liege, Train Station Guillemins
    8:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    €751One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liège 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 Liège to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Liège and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Liège to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €72.

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

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège to Zurich costing on average €120.

A bus is €361 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liège to Zurich costing on average €433.

The fastest way to travel from Liège to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 40m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 16m.

Bus takes on average 13h 23m.

The distance from Liège to Zurich is approximately 262 miles (423 km).
The average frequency per day from Liège to Zurich is:
  • Around 76 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liège 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 Liège to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Liège-Guillemins and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Liège, Rue du Plan Inclined (Gare des Guillemins) and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liège to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Egypt Air, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines, ITA to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Eurostar to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Liège to Zurich:
  • 15 direct flights per day with Edelweiss Air, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Eurowings, Smartwings.
Omio customers who travel from Liège to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, 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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