How to travel from Genoa to Zurich, Switzerland

The distance between Genoa and Zurich is around 390km (242 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Genoa to Zurich by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ZurichGenoa if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Milano Centrale

Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Zuerich Hb.

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    CHF 67($68)
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1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Zurich Bus Station.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    CHF 25($25)
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Drive

Drive to Zürich.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Distance417km (259 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Genoa and Zurich

There are several options for getting from Genoa to Zurich by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around CHF 25 ($25) and will take around 5h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 83 ($84).

The distance between Genoa and Zurich is around 390km (242 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 331km (206 miles)

It takes around 5h 15m to get from Genoa and Zurich by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Genoa to Zurich is to drive which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx CHF 83 ($84).

The cheapest way to travel between Genoa and Zurich, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around CHF 25 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Genoa and Zurich. It typically takes around 5h 15m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Genoa and Zurich with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 5h 15m.

Trenitalia EuroCity and Trenitalia run train services between Genoa and Zurich. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 5h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Genoa and Zurich. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Genoa and Zurich with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 5h 55m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Genoa and Zurich. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Genoa to Zurich. We recommend that you take the train to Zuerich Hb. instead which will take 5h 15m.

The closest major airport to Zurich is Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) which is approximately 9km (5 miles) from Zurich. Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) and Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Genoa and Zurich. The distance is around 417km (259 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Genoa to Zurich is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around CHF 100 ($100).

How do I get from Genoa to Zurich

Compare travel optionsbetween Genoa and Zurich

Transport options from Genoa to Zurich
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Milano Centrale + 1 similar
5h 15m
CHF 67($68)
every 4 hours391km (243 miles)
Train5h 15m
CHF 100($100)
every 20 mins390km (242 miles)
Bus
5h 55m
CHF 25($25)
once daily416km (259 miles)
Drive
4h 25m
CHF 83($84)
on demand417km (259 miles)

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Airports near Zurich

The following major airports near Zurich offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
9km (5 miles) from Zurich
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
78km (49 miles) from Zurich
GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
225km (140 miles) from Zurich