Amsterdam, Netherlands to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

380.8 miles 612.9 km · straight line
510.4 miles actual route 821.4 km · driving distance
8h 29min estimated drive time
€104 - €128 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
153° SSE bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Zurich?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Zurich is 380.8 miles (612.9 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located SSE of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 510.4 miles, taking about 8h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amsterdam, Netherlands and Zurich. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 29min €104 - €128 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 11min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~8h 4min $61–$179* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Zurich

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Zurich
47.38°N, 8.54°E
Europe/Zurich
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 127 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM