How to get to Zurich from Nijmegen

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Compare train, coach and flight for Nijmegen to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a flight costs an average of £407.

Distance: 534 km

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Driving

£127

Average Price

£65

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Cheapest

£407

Average Price

£152

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 3m

Average total duration

7h 33m

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30m

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13h 33m

Average total duration

13h 3m

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30m

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4h 44m

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Fastest

2h 44m

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2h 0m

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7h 14m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.2kg

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nijmegen to Zurich is a coach with an average price of £65.

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

A coach is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Zurich costing on average £127.

A coach is £343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nijmegen to Zurich costing on average £407.

The fastest way to travel from Nijmegen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 3m.

Coach takes on average 13h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nijmegen and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.
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 £127 compared to roughly £152 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 7h 33m versus 7h 14m 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 Nijmegen to Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    22:4513h55
    Nijmegen, Tunnelweg
    12:40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    £461One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    22:4513h55
    Nijmegen, Tunnelweg
    12:40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    £461One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW762
    6:201h05
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    7:25Zurich Airport
    £1691One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn32247 · Bus 16882 · 20085 · 10629
    13:389h23
    Nijmegen station
    23:01Zurich HB
    £621One-way
    6 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn32255 · Bus 16886 · 20089 · 10633
    15:388h23
    Nijmegen station
    0:01Zurich HB
    £691One-way
    6 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn32255 · Bus 16886 · 20089 · 10633
    15:388h46
    Nijmegen station
    0:24Zurich HB
    £691One-way
    5 changes
  • EurowingsEW9046 · EW8762
    14:554h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    19:30Zurich Airport
    £1911One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF1407 · AF1414
    16:455h40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:25Zurich Airport
    £1931One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF1507 · AF1414
    14:357h50
    Dusseldorf Airport
    22:25Zurich Airport
    £1931One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Nijmegen and Zurich including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nijmegen to Zurich is a coach with an average price of £65.

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

A coach is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Zurich costing on average £127.

A coach is £343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nijmegen to Zurich costing on average £407.

The fastest way to travel from Nijmegen to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 3m.

Coach takes on average 13h 33m.

The Nijmegen to Zurich distance is approximately 534 km.
The average frequency per day from Nijmegen to Zurich is:
  • Around 89 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nijmegen station and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nijmegen, Tunnelweg and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nijmegen to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, BA Cityflyer, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Zurich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nijmegen to Zurich:
  • 18 direct flights per day with Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, CitizenPlane, Swiss, KLM, Smartwings.
Omio customers who travel from Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen 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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