Bern to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.3 miles 95.5 km · straight line
75.6 miles actual route 121.7 km · driving distance
1h 31min estimated drive time
CHF 15 - CHF 18 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bern from Zurich?

The distance from Bern to Zurich is 59.3 miles (95.5 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located ENE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 75.6 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bern 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 Bern to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 31min CHF 15 - CHF 18 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 49min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Zurich

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 419.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM