How to travel from Zurich to Strasbourg

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Compare train and bus for Zurich to Strasbourg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $94.

Distance: 91 miles (148 km)

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$94

Average price

$19

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Cheapest

$107

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3h 20m

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2h 50m

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3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

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2h 46m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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SNCF | TGV Lyria

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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 Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Strasbourg costing on average $94 (€76).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Strasbourg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Strasbourg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $94 (€76) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€11). The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 46m 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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from Zurich to Strasbourg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 PM4h10
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1:35 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 PM4h10
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1:35 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+TER96232
    3:34 PM2h35
    Zurich HB
    6:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $831One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9234+TER96248
    6:34 PM2h35
    Zurich HB
    9:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+TER96216
    6:59 AM3h10
    Zurich HB
    10:09 AMStrasbourg station
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+TER96256
    11:34 AM2h35
    Zurich HB
    2:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $891One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 PM4h00
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    12:25 AMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Strasbourg

Travel to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zurich and Strasbourg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Strasbourg costing on average $94 (€76).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

The distance from Zurich to Strasbourg is approximately 91 miles (148 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Strasbourg is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Strasbourg station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Strasbourg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar to go to Strasbourg by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Strasbourg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Strasbourg:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Strasbourg often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Basel, Frankfurt am Main, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Strasbourg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Strasbourg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Strasbourg, you can explore vibrant local markets, take a boat tour along the Ill River, visit the Alsatian Museum, enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace wine region, and attend a performance at the Opéra National du Rhin. Notable sights include the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, the charming Petite France district, Palais Rohan, the European Parliament, and Barrage Vauban.
To fully enjoy Strasbourg's highlights, including its charming Old Town, the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, and relaxing boat tours on the River Ill, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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