Paris, France to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Paris, France from Zurich?

The distance from Paris, France to Zurich is 303.2 miles (487.9 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located ESE of Paris, France. By car, the driving distance is approximately 412.2 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Paris, France is in France, 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 Paris, France 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.