How to travel from Padua to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Padua to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padua to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. 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 $64, while a flight costs an average of $178.

Distance: 208 miles (335 km)

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Driving

$108

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$178

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$64

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$192

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6h 44m

Average total duration

6h 14m

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3h 27m

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7h 5m

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6h 35m

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5h 48m

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1.0 - 2.0kg

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Swiss

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

The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $64 (€51).

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

A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padua to Zurich costing on average $108 (€87).

A bus is $115 (€93) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Zurich costing on average $178 (€144).

The fastest way to travel from Padua to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 44m.

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Padua and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Padua 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 $108 (€87) compared to roughly $192 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $84 (€68). The journey takes 6h 14m versus 5h 48m 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 Padua to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 AM12h40
    Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $581One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 AM12h40
    Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $581One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air BalticLX1665
    7:40 PM1h05
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    8:45 PMZurich Airport
    $6261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+TrenitaliaEuroCity 152
    10:40 AM6h47
    Padova
    5:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+TrenitaliaEuroCity 22
    12:40 PM6h47
    Padova
    7:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+TrenitaliaEuroCity 30
    8:40 AM6h47
    Padova
    3:27 PMZurich HB
    $1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY6405 · VY6246
    10:35 PM10h10
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    $1681One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6407 · VY6246
    5:25 PM15h20
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    8:45 AMZurich Airport
    $1951One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW839 · EW764
    10:30 AM4h50
    Bologna Airport
    3:20 PMZurich Airport
    $2161One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Padua 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 Padua to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Padua and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Padua to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $64 (€51).

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

A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Padua to Zurich costing on average $108 (€87).

A bus is $115 (€93) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padua to Zurich costing on average $178 (€144).

The fastest way to travel from Padua to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 44m.

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

The distance from Padua to Zurich is approximately 208 miles (335 km).
The average frequency per day from Padua to Zurich is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Padua 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 Padua to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Padova and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Padua to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Italo, Trenitalia EuroCity to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Padua to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity.
  • 8 direct flights per day with Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Padua 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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