How to Get from Zurich Airport to City Center

How to get to Zurich City Centre from Zurich Airport Terminals

Looking to get from Zurich Airport to downtown Zurich? We’re here to help! You have 4 options, you can take a bus, train, tram or you can treat yourself to the best with an AtoB private transfer. We know which one we would choose!

Zurich has a lot to offer, from beautiful architecture to views of the Limmat river. Save yourself the hassle of searching for a transfer option last minute and read on. We are going to give you all the know-how to navigate Zurich like a local. If you need to know how to get to Zurich city centre from Airport terminals, we provide you with the simplest guides. All guides are usable in reverse as well, so you can use your preferred transport method when you are returning to the Airport as well.

Getting from Zurich International Airport to City Centre by bus?

Although a bus route from the airport is available, it is less used than the train. Nevertheless, if you wish to take the bus from Zurich Airport to city centre attractions, you will need to make your way to the bus terminal, which is just outside Terminal B. You can buy a ticket for the bus at SBB ticket machines inside the airport terminal. These machines are simple to use and available in other languages. They also accept contactless payments.

Take bus 768 from platform K. The journey is around 40 minutes long, and has one change. At Zurich, Bahnof Oerlikon Ost, disembark the bus and hop on Tram number 14 to get you to your final stop, Zurich HB.

Travel Tip: When booking a ticket, Zurich airport is usually written in German as Zurich Flughafen.

How Do I Get from Zurich Airport to the Train Station?

It is no wonder that the Swiss railway system is world renowned, it is their favourite method of public transport. To find the Airport train station just follow the many signs available in your terminal.

By far the most efficient public transport method, which will get you from Zurich Airport to Zurich city centre in just 10 minutes. The price of a single trip is 6.80 CHF (roughly the same in Euro), or 13.60 CHF for a day travel pass. Take IC train 1 (among others) from the Zurich Airport train station platform 4, and enjoy the trip. As many trains pass from the Airport to the city centre, it is recommended you check the departures and choose the most convenient train for you when you need it.

Travel Tip: Get a Zurich Card and enjoy a number of additional perks for 24 hours. It costs 27 CHF for a whole day, and will get you unlimited 2nd class travel as well as access to popular museums and lake cruises. Visit Zuerich.com (link) and purchase one now!

Getting a Tram to the City Centre in Zurich

We recommend you take the tram, rather than the bus for the whole journey. A ride on Line 10 will get you to the city centre in 35 minutes, and passes a number of noteworthy attractions. Make sure to book a direct trip, as some of the Line 10 routes will require you to change over to Line 11 at Rehalp.

Travel Tip: Download the SchweizMobil app to see useful maps of the city as well as landmarks to look out for.

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How Far is the Airport from the Zurich City Centre?

There is a 9.09 kilometre distance between the Airport and city centre. Depending on your selected transport method this distance will vary.

How to get from Zurich Airport to Zurich City Centre with AtoB Airport taxi?

Not in the mood for the stress of public transport? We’ve got you covered. If you are travelling with children, or have a lot of luggage, let us get you where you need to go in comfort.

Our professional drivers are ready to get you to your destination. Meet them at arrivals, and they will make sure you get to your destination safely. We also offer transfers for numerous other destinations in Switzerland and beyond. Click book now to reserve your ride, and enjoy Zurich in style.