How to get from Amsterdam to Zurich
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Amsterdam to Zurich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 33m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 613 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €48, on Tue, Sep 8.
613 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €144Checked Sep 8 | 1h 33mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €40Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 12h 25m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€144Checked Sep 81h 33m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€40Omio catalogue, Sep 912h 25m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Amsterdam to Zurich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Amsterdam Schiphol → Zurich Airportflight1h 33m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Amsterdam to Zurich
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€112October 2026
€108Departures from Amsterdam to Zurich
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 19:00 and the last at 21:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 19:00 | 21:00 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 20 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusAmsterdam-Basel, Basel-ZurichBook →
KLMAmsterdam Schiphol-Zurich AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, KLM; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Amsterdam to Zurich works
Start with a flight from Amsterdam to Zurich, about 1h 33m. In total it's roughly €144 over 1h 33m, direct, no transfers.
Amsterdam to Zurich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Zurich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 33m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Zurich from Amsterdam?
About 613 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Amsterdam to Zurich cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €48 to €73. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Zurich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 33m.
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Zurich?
About 1h 33m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Amsterdam and Zurich?
Amsterdam is AMS and Zurich is ZRH, so this route is usually written AMS to ZRH.
Which operators run Amsterdam to Zurich?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, KLM.
Can you get from Amsterdam to Zurich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Zurich?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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