Davos to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.7 miles 117 km · straight line
92 miles actual route 148.1 km · driving distance
1h 56min estimated drive time
CHF 18 - CHF 22 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
304° WNW bearing direction

How far is Davos from Zurich?

The distance from Davos to Zurich is 72.7 miles (117 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located WNW of Davos. By car, the driving distance is approximately 92 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Davos 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 Davos to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 56min CHF 18 - CHF 22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 19min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 50min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davos & Zurich

Quick Facts

Davos
46.80°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1560m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 342.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM