How to travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig, Switzerland

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig is around 203km (126 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 25m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BrigZurich Airport (ZRH) if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Brig.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    CHF 130($130)
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Drive

Drive to Brig.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance203km (126 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig

There are several options for getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around CHF 130 ($130) and will take around 2h 25m.

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig is around 203km (126 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 133km (83 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig is to take the train which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx CHF 130 ($130).

The cheapest way to travel between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around CHF 130 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 25m.

Swiss Railways run train services between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig. We recommend that you take the train to Brig. instead which will take 2h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Brig from Zurich Airport (ZRH) is to take the train which will take 2h 25m and cost around CHF 130 ($130).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig. We recommend that you take the train to Brig. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Brig is Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) which is approximately 133km (83 miles) from Brig. Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) 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 Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig. The distance is around 203km (126 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around CHF 130 ($130).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Brig

Transport options from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Brig
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
CHF 130($130)
hourly230km (143 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
CHF 27($27)
on demand203km (126 miles)

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Airports near Brig

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

ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
133km (83 miles) from Brig
GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
145km (90 miles) from Brig
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
177km (110 miles) from Brig