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Compare train for Zurich to Alassio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Alassio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 62, while a train costs an average of CHF 118.
Distance: 233 miles (375 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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CHF 118 Average price | CHF 62 Average price Cheapest | CHF 90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 8m Average total duration Fastest 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Alassio, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Alassio:
A bus is CHF 56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Alassio costing on average CHF 118.
Other travel options to Alassio take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
Tickets start at around CHF 118 compared to roughly CHF 90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -CHF 28. The journey takes 6h 38m versus 5h 47m 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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How to get from Zurich to Alassio by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zurich to Alassio is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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12:33 PM 7h29 Zurich 8:02 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers
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12:33 PM 7h29 Zurich 8:02 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers
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12:33 PM 7h29 Zurich 8:02 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers
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6:33 AM 7h32 Zurich 2:05 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers.png)
3:33 PM 7h33 Zurich 11:06 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers.png)
9:33 AM 8h34 Zurich 6:07 PM Alassio CHF 161 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Alassio:
A bus is CHF 56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Alassio costing on average CHF 118.
Other travel options to Alassio take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Alassio as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Alassio station.
- Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Imperia, Piazza Dante.
- Travel with Trenitalia, Regionale, Intercity to go to Alassio by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Alassio by bus.
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