How to travel from Perugia to Zurich

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Compare train and bus for Perugia to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perugia to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, while a train costs an average of €134.

Distance: 347 miles (560 km)

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Driving

€134

Average price

€58

Average price

Cheapest

€217

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 27m

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30m

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12h 0m

Average total duration

11h 30m

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30m

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8h 7m

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(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Perugia to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €58.

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

A bus is €76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perugia to Zurich costing on average €134.

The fastest way to travel from Perugia to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 8h 57m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Perugia and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Perugia 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 €134 compared to roughly €217 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €83. The journey takes 8h 27m versus 8h 7m 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 Perugia to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Itabus3828 · 2494
    11:25 PM11h50
    Perugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    401One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Itabus3828 · 2494
    11:25 PM11h50
    Perugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    401One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 580+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9512+TrenitaliaEuroCity 150
    6:37 AM7h50
    Perugia station
    2:27 PMZurich HB
    1711One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 7508+IntercityIntercity 590+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    12:31 PM10h56
    Perugia Università
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    821One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 7508+IntercityIntercity 590+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    12:27 PM11h00
    Perugia station
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    821One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9588+TrenitaliaFRECCIALINK LK008 · EuroCity 28
    3:20 PM8h07
    Perugia station
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    1131One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 AM13h25
    Perugia, Piazza Partigiani
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    461One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 AM17h55
    Perugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 PM18h30
    Perugia, Piazza Partigiani
    3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    991One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Perugia 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 Perugia to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Perugia and Zurich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Perugia to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €58.

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

A bus is €76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perugia to Zurich costing on average €134.

The fastest way to travel from Perugia to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 8h 57m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 12h 0m.

The distance from Perugia to Zurich is approximately 347 miles (560 km).
The average frequency per day from Perugia to Zurich is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Perugia and Zurich as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Perugia to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Perugia station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Perugia, Piazza Partigiani and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Perugia to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Zurich by train.
Omio customers who travel from Perugia 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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