How to travel from Siena to Zurich

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Compare bus and train for Siena to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Siena to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 38m. 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 bus costs an average of €42, while a train costs an average of €109.

Distance: 310 miles (500 km)

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€42

Average price

Cheapest

€109

Average price

11h 46m

Average total duration

11h 16m

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30m

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7h 38m

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7h 8m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

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from Siena to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Itabus2494
    1:05 AM10h10
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2494
    1:05 AM10h10
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    11:15 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale 18278+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9520+TrenitaliaEuroCity 16
    8:48 AM7h39
    Siena station
    4:27 PMZurich HB
    1681One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 18200+TrenitaliaEuroCity 30
    5:43 AM9h44
    Siena station
    3:27 PMZurich HB
    1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4010+IntercityIntercity 580+TrenitaliaEuroCity 16
    6:25 AM10h02
    Siena station
    4:27 PMZurich HB
    1431One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18224+IntercityIntercity 590+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    1:18 PM10h09
    Siena station
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    1431One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 AM12h00
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    9:20 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+easyJetU22988
    10:45 AM10h35
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    9:20 PMZurich Airport
    1421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+easyJetU22988
    7:00 AM14h20
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    9:20 PMZurich Airport
    1421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+ITALX3435
    7:00 AM11h15
    Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    6:15 PMZurich Airport
    1701One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Siena 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 Siena to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Siena and Zurich including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Siena to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €42.

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

A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Siena to Zurich costing on average €109.

The fastest way to travel from Siena to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 38m.

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

The distance from Siena to Zurich is approximately 310 miles (500 km).
The average frequency per day from Siena to Zurich is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Siena to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Siena station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Siena to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Helvetic Airways to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with Trenitalia to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Siena to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Siena 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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