How to travel from Stockholm to Zurich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stockholm to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $153 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $153, while a flight costs an average of $599.

Distance: 912 miles (1469 km)

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$174

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$556

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20h 39m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Zurich is a train with an average price of $153 (€128).

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

A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Zurich costing on average $174 (€146).

A train is $447 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Zurich costing on average $599 (€504).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 20m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 39m.

Bus takes on average 32h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stockholm and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stockholm to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 32m faster (20h 9m by train vs 20h 41m by car) and roughly $403 (€339) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($153 (€128) vs $556 (€467)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stockholm to Zurich

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 PM34h20
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $1381One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 PM34h20
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $1381One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX1255
    6:05 AM2h30
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    8:35 AMZurich Airport
    $2971One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:50 PM43h50
    Stockholm, Cityterminalen
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    $1601One-way
    2 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA771 · BA732
    11:15 AM6h35
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    5:50 PMZurich Airport
    $1611One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA773 · BA740
    3:50 PM6h40
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    10:30 PMZurich Airport
    $1611One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA779 · BA736
    7:40 AM7h55
    Stockholm Arlanda Airport
    3:35 PMZurich Airport
    $1611One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm 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 Stockholm to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Stockholm and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Zurich is a train with an average price of $153 (€128).

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

A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Zurich costing on average $174 (€146).

A train is $447 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Zurich costing on average $599 (€504).

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 20m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 39m.

Bus takes on average 32h 38m.

The distance from Stockholm to Zurich is approximately 912 miles (1469 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Zurich is:
  • Around 109 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm 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 Stockholm to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Cityterminalen and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm 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 Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Swiss, Sas Airways, KLM, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Cityjet, Finnair, Air France, Lufthansa Cityline, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, Croatia Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Vueling, GetJet Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stockholm to Zurich:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm 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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