How to travel from Parma to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Parma to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. 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 $39, while a flight costs an average of $150.

Distance: 196 miles (316 km)

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Flight

$93

Average price

$39

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Cheapest

$150

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5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

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30m

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6h 40m

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6h 10m

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2h 55m

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55m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.9kg

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Itabus

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Helvetic Airways

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from Parma to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Itabus
    4:12 AM7h03
    Parma
    11:15 AMZurich
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus
    4:12 AM7h03
    Parma
    11:15 AMZurich
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Itabus
    4:12 AM7h03
    Parma
    11:15 AMZurich
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    8:35 AM10h45
    Parma
    7:20 PMZurich
    $381One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus
    3:12 AM7h03
    Parma
    10:15 AMZurich
    $721One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Parma 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 Parma to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Parma and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Parma to Zurich is a bus with an average price of $39 (€31).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Parma to Zurich costing on average $93 (€75).

A bus is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Zurich costing on average $150 (€121).

The fastest way to travel from Parma to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 43m.

Bus takes on average 6h 40m.

The distance from Parma to Zurich is approximately 196 miles (316 km).
The average frequency per day from Parma to Zurich is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Parma 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 Parma to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Parma station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Parma, Terminal Bus and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Parma to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Parma to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio.
  • 7 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity.
Omio customers who travel from Parma 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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