Zurich Airport (ZRH) — Switzerland's largest air gateway — sits just 10 km from the center; see the full Zurich city guide for more. The airport is connected directly to a rail station right beneath the terminal, which makes reaching the center remarkably fast.
🚆 Train — the fastest, most convenient option
From the station directly under the terminal, the train reaches Zurich's main station (Zürich HB) in just 10 minutes.
- Price: ~$8 (CHF 7.30)
- Trains run every few minutes throughout the day, essentially without interruption
- Buy a ticket at a machine or through the SBB mobile app, or pay by card
🚋 Tram and bus
If your destination isn't near the main station, tram line 10 runs directly from the airport to several central neighborhoods — a bit slower than the train, but it often saves a transfer.
🚕 Taxi
An official taxi to the center costs about $70 (CHF 65) and takes 15-20 minutes — transport in Switzerland is generally expensive, so the train is by far the better value.
The Swiss franc (CHF) isn't a eurozone currency — cards are widely accepted, but a little cash in francs is handy for small purchases like trams or ticket machines.
💡 Practical tips
- Check the full Zurich city guide before you fly for budget and sightseeing details
- Currency exchange at the airport often has a poor rate — using a card or a city-center ATM is usually better; see the currency exchange guide
- Get an eSIM on arrival — it makes navigating easier
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