How to travel from Zurich to Pescara

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Compare train and bus for Zurich to Pescara

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Pescara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $124, while a train costs an average of $205.

Distance: 437 miles (704 km)

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Flight
Driving

$205

Average price

$124

Average price

Cheapest

$156

Average price

$302

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 5m

Average total duration

8h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

15h 32m

Average total duration

15h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 4m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Frecciarossa

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FlixBus

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Malta Air

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Pescara is a bus with an average price of $124 (€103).

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

A bus is $33 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Pescara costing on average $156 (€131).

A bus is $82 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Pescara costing on average $205 (€171).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Pescara is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Pescara take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

Bus takes on average 15h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Pescara including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Pescara among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (8h 35m by train vs 8h 56m by car) and roughly $97 (€81) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($205 (€171) vs $302 (€252)). 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 Zurich to Pescara

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 AM17h50
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2:35 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $641One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 AM17h50
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2:35 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $641One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SwissAZ7203+Malta AirFR 6529
    5:40 PM5h35
    Zurich Airport
    11:15 PMPescara Abruzzo Airport
    $9331One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 123+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 89645
    3:33 PM12h31
    Zurich HB
    4:04 AMPescara
    $1781One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 13+IntercityIntercity 609
    7:33 AM10h26
    Zurich HB
    5:59 PMPescara
    $1841One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 19+IntercityIntercity 613
    11:33 AM10h42
    Zurich HB
    10:15 PMPescara
    $1841One-way
    1 transfer
  • Marino Autolinee254 · 057
    2:40 PM13h40
    Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    4:20 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM18h05
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:55 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $1221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Marino Autolinee254 · 047
    2:40 PM13h30
    Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
    4:10 AMCittà Sant'Angelo, Via Mulino del Gioco (Pescara Nord)
    $1251One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU22987+FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM12h40
    Zurich Airport
    9:10 PMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $2961One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITALX3440+FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 PM6h35
    Zurich Airport
    1:40 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $4601One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissAZ7189+FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM7h50
    Zurich Airport
    1:40 AMPescara, Terminal Bus
    $4601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Pescara

Travel to Pescara 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 Zurich to Pescara.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zurich and Pescara including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Pescara is a bus with an average price of $124 (€103).

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

A bus is $33 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Pescara costing on average $156 (€131).

A bus is $82 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Pescara costing on average $205 (€171).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Pescara is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Pescara take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 5m.

Bus takes on average 15h 32m.

The distance from Zurich to Pescara is approximately 437 miles (704 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Pescara is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Pescara:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Pescara Abruzzo Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Pescara, Terminal Bus.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Pescara, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee to go to Pescara by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Pescara by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Eurowings to go to Pescara by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Pescara often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Milan, Naples, Fiumicino, Bari. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pescara and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pescara to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Pescara, visitors can enjoy the beautiful Pescara Beach for sunbathing and swimming, explore the vibrant nightlife of Pescara Vecchia with its bars and restaurants, and embark on a scenic boat tour along the Adriatic coast. The Aurum cultural center offers concerts and events, while a cycling tour through the city highlights the scenic Ponte del Mare. Key sights include the modern Ponte del Mare bridge, Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo, Pescara Vecchia, and the natural park Pineta Dannunziana.
To fully enjoy Pescara's beaches, vibrant nightlife, and cultural sites, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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