Oslo to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

870.8 miles 1401.4 km · straight line
1212.2 miles actual route 1950.8 km · driving distance
20h 34min estimated drive time
NOK 2409 - NOK 2965 estimated fuel cost
~2h 15min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Oslo from Zurich?

The distance from Oslo to Zurich is 870.8 miles (1401.4 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located S of Oslo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1212.2 miles, taking about 20h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Oslo is in Norway, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Oslo 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 Oslo to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 34min NOK 2409 - NOK 2965 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 41min $97–$182* Budget
Train ~26h 44min $145–$424* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oslo & Zurich

Quick Facts

Oslo
59.91°N, 10.75°E
Europe/Oslo
23m 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 290 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 73 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM