How to get to Zurich from Alicante

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Compare train, coach and flight for Alicante to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £113, while a flight costs an average of £442.

Distance: 1242 km

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£442

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£113

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£361

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5h 54m

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3h 54m

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29h 16m

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28h 46m

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15h 37m

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3.7 - 7.5kg

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1.2 - 3.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is a coach with an average price of £113.

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

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Zurich costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Coach takes on average 29h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Alicante and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 43m sooner (3h 54m by flight vs 15h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £442 compared to roughly £361 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Alicante to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5037h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    8:00Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    £831One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5037h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    8:00Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    £831One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU25501
    7:052h15
    Alicante Elche Airport
    9:20EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    £1291One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • VuelingVY1311 · VY6246
    23:109h35
    Alicante Elche Airport
    8:45Zurich Airport
    £1041One-way
    1 change
  • IberiaIB1012 · IB633
    13:408h40
    Alicante Elche Airport
    22:20Zurich Airport
    £1071One-way
    1 change
  • British AirwaysBA758+BA EuroflyerBA2655
    10:5524h00
    Alicante Elche Airport
    10:55EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    £1211One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Alicante to Zurich

Travel to Zurich 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 Alicante to Zurich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Alicante and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is a coach with an average price of £113.

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

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Zurich costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Coach takes on average 29h 16m.

The Alicante to Zurich distance is approximately 1242 km.
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Zurich is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Zurich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus to go to Zurich by coach.
  • Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Vueling, Air Baltic, Air Europa, Iberia, Eurowings, Edelweiss Air, Helvetic Airways, Transavia France, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air Algerie, KM Malta Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Zurich by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Alicante to Zurich:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Vienna, Munich, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Alicante to Zurich, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to the summit of Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and surrounding Alps. Indulge in shopping along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets. Explore the diverse habitats and wildlife at Zurich Zoo, or enjoy a performance at the renowned Opera House. Wander through the serene Botanical Garden with its wide variety of plant species. Visit the picturesque Lake Zurich for recreational activities, or stroll through the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings and cultural landmarks. Discover art at Kunsthaus Zurich and explore Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum. Relax in Lindenhof park, offering beautiful city views and a glimpse into Zurich's Roman history.
To fully experience Zurich, spending three to four days allows time to explore its cultural landmarks, enjoy the picturesque Lake Zurich, and visit nearby attractions like Uetliberg Mountain.

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