How to travel from Manchester to Zurich

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

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Zurich is a flight with an average price of €112.

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

A flight is €30 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Zurich costing on average €142.

A flight is €441 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Zurich costing on average €553.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 46m.

Bus takes on average 30h 40m.

The distance from Manchester to Zurich is approximately 634 miles (1021 km).

The average frequency per day from Manchester to Zurich is:

• Around 72 flights per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).

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

• Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Zurich by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Zurich by bus.
• Travel with Swiss, easyJet, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Iberia Express, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, Lufthansa to go to Zurich by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Zurich:

• 3 direct flights per day with Swiss, easyJet, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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.