How to get from
Cologne to Zurich
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Compare prices to get from Cologne to Zurich
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Eurowings1h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
US$118One way
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Direct
Swiss Airlines1h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
US$451One way
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Direct
Eurowings1h 5m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
US$125One way
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Direct
Eurowings16h 40m
Cologne Bonn AirportZurich International Airport
US$178One way
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- Prices shown from Cologne to Zurich are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cologne to Zurich
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zurich costs only US$51 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 5m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$100
Average duration
1h 5m
Departure Time
06:50 - 18:40
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$51
Average duration
5h 26m
Departure Time
05:48 - 23:01
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cologne to Zurich?
What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Cologne to Zurich?
For a one-way flight from Cologne to Zurich, fares are lowest in July (US$124) and highest in October (US$222).
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Zurich?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Zurich is Saturday, with an average price of US$49.
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US$49
US$42
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cologne to Zurich by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cologne to Zurich is Monday, with an average price of US$32.
US$32
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From Cologne to Zurich: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near Cologne and Zurich
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Zurich
Zurich International Airport (ZRH)
St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Koln Dom/Hbf (tief)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Popular train stations near Zurich
Hohentengen, Rotteln
Lottstetten
Grießen(Baden)
Jestetten
Klettgau
Lauchringen
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
Popular bus stations near Zurich
Laufenburg (D), Sparkasse
OLTEN
Bad Säckingen
Bad Säckingen
Singen Hohentwiel Waldeckstraße/Hallenbad
Singen Hohentwielstadion
FAQ – How to Get from Cologne to Zurich
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What’s the distance between Cologne and Zurich?
It’s about 393km (244 mi) from Cologne to Zurich. -
How do I get from Cologne to Zurich?
You can travel from Cologne to Zurich in 2 different ways: Flights, Trains. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Cologne to Zurich?
The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zurich is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 5 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 26m. -
What’s the cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Zurich?
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zurich is by Trains, with an average price of US$51. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around US$100 on avergae. -
What are the main departure and arrival points between Cologne and Zurich?
When traveling from Cologne to Zurich, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrives at Zurich International Airport , Trains typically departs from Heumarkt, Köln and arrives at Hohentengen, Rotteln , Buses typically departs from Cologne Central Bus Station and arrives at Laufenburg (D), Sparkasse . -
When should you book tickets from Cologne to Zurich to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Zurich are usually cheapest (July), with an average price of US$124 Flights from Cologne to Zurich are usually cheapest (Saturday), with an average price of US$49 Flights from Cologne to Zurich are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of US$32 . -
Are Cologne and Zurich in the same time zone?
The time difference between Cologne and Zurich is 0m.