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5 h 26 min
494 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Zurich to Rio

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (494 km)
5 h 26 min
494 km.
from $27
Other
Rideshare
5 h 26 min
494 km.
from $18.79
Train
8 h 7 min
351 km.
from $245.80
Bus, Train
12 h 34 min
350 km.
from $45.24
Bus
10 h 30 min
350 km.
from $90.11
Bus, Plane (Fly to Malpensa International Airport)
7 h 43 min
350 km.
from $228.29
Bus, Plane (Fly to Florence Peretola Airport)
8 h 46 min
350 km.
from $170.76

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Genoa
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.71–$57.25

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Genova Brignole to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Azienda Trasporti Consortile

Phone:
+39.0187.522511
Email:
Website:
atcesercizio.it/
Bus from La Spezia Stazione FS Via Fiume to Sesta
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$4.71–$5.85

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$636.13

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$1,081.42
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$699.74

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$305.34

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pisa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.00–$19.08
Train from Pisa Centrale to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.00–$17.81

Trenitalia Frecce

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Train from Pisa Centrale to La
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.09–$52.16

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Milan Centrale to Levanto
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Train from Pisa Centrale to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.27–$11.45

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.47–$7.00
Train from Como S.Giovanni to La
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.63–$27.99

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$139.95
Train from Lugano to Milano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$49.62

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Como
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$27.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Rio?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Rio is to bus and train which costs $38.04 - $52.17 and takes 12h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Rio?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Rio is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $97.83 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Rio?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Rio. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Sesta Godano via Marittima/Principe Fs, Genova Brignole and La Spezia Via Chiodo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Zurich to Rio?

The distance between Zurich and Rio is 483 km. The road distance is 495.3 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Rio without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Rio without a car is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs $130.43 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Rio?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Zurich to Rio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Rio bus from?

Zurich to Rio bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Rio?

The best way to get from Zurich to Rio is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs $130.43 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Zurich to Rio bus arrive?

Zurich to Rio bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Genoa station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Rio?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Rio is 495 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Zurich to Rio.

Where can I stay near Rio?

There are 2734+ hotels available in Rio. Prices start at $50.97 per night.
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