How to travel from Pforzheim to Zurich

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Pforzheim to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pforzheim to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč757 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč757, while a train costs an average of Kč2030.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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Kč1042

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3h 59m

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3h 29m

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5h 30m

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2h 56m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Pforzheim to Zurich is a bus with an average price of Kč757.

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

A bus is Kč1273 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pforzheim to Zurich costing on average Kč2030.

A bus is Kč10354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pforzheim to Zurich costing on average Kč11111.

The fastest way to travel from Pforzheim to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 49m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 59m.

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Pforzheim and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Pforzheim 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 Kč2030 compared to roughly Kč1042 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč-987.62. The journey takes 3h 29m versus 2h 56m 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 Pforzheim to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn17919 · IC 1985+SBBS62+Deutsche BahnS 9
    10:36 AM4h17
    Pforzheim Hbf
    2:53 PMZurich HB
    9591One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn17919 · IC 1985+SBBS62+Deutsche BahnS 9
    10:36 AM4h17
    Pforzheim Hbf
    2:53 PMZurich HB
    9591One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissLX1165
    10:40 AM0h45
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:25 AMZurich Airport
    58541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn17915 · IC 1983+SBBS62+Deutsche BahnS 9
    8:35 AM4h18
    Pforzheim Hbf
    12:53 PMZurich HB
    9591One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn17919 · IC 1985+SBBS62+Deutsche BahnS 9
    10:38 AM4h15
    Pforzheim Maihälden
    2:53 PMZurich HB
    10111One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn17915 · IC 1983+SBBS62+Deutsche BahnS 9
    8:37 AM4h16
    Pforzheim Maihälden
    12:53 PMZurich HB
    10111One-way
    3 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2153+SwissLH5762
    6:10 AM2h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:40 AMZurich Airport
    70541One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2149+SwissLH5768
    4:55 PM3h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:05 PMZurich Airport
    70541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Helvetic AirwaysLX1169
    3:00 PM0h45
    Stuttgart Airport
    3:45 PMZurich Airport
    72551One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Pforzheim 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 Pforzheim to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Pforzheim and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Pforzheim to Zurich is a bus with an average price of Kč757.

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

A bus is Kč1273 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pforzheim to Zurich costing on average Kč2030.

A bus is Kč10354 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pforzheim to Zurich costing on average Kč11111.

The fastest way to travel from Pforzheim to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 49m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 59m.

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

The distance from Pforzheim to Zurich is approximately 105 miles (169 km).
The average frequency per day from Pforzheim to Zurich is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pforzheim 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 Pforzheim to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Pforzheim Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Althengstett, Bahnstraße (Bahnhof) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Pforzheim to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, GetJet Airlines, Swiss, British Airways, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Pforzheim to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee.
Omio customers who travel from Pforzheim 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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