How to travel from Pisa to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Pisa to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $616.

Distance: 267 miles (431 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Pisa to Zurich

Compare the available ways to get from Pisa to Zurich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Pisa to Zurich is a train with an average price of $29 (€25).

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

A train is $92 (€77) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pisa to Zurich costing on average $121 (€102).

A train is $587 (€493) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa to Zurich costing on average $616 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Pisa to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 18m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 3m.

Bus takes on average 20h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Pisa and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Pisa to Zurich among Omio's users.

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from Pisa to Zurich

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4044+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9588+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    2 transfers

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  • IntercityIntercity 510+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3075+TrenitaliaEuroCity 306
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 670+TrenitaliaEuroCity 24
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 674+TrenitaliaEuroCity 126
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4131 · Regionale 20497+SwissLX1733
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4129 · Regionale 20459+SwissLX1733
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4125 · Regionale 20443+SwissLX1733
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Pisa 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 Pisa to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Pisa and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Pisa to Zurich is a train with an average price of $29 (€25).

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

A train is $92 (€77) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pisa to Zurich costing on average $121 (€102).

A train is $587 (€493) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pisa to Zurich costing on average $616 (€517).

The fastest way to travel from Pisa to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 18m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 3m.

Bus takes on average 20h 9m.

The distance from Pisa to Zurich is approximately 267 miles (431 km).
The average frequency per day from Pisa to Zurich is:
  • Around 81 trains per day.
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Pisa to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Pisa International Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Pisa Centrale and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Pisa to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Intercity to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Smartwings, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa, Eurowings, CitizenPlane to go to Zurich by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Pisa to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, 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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