St. Moritz to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

86.4 miles 139.1 km · straight line
126 miles actual route 202.7 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
CHF 24 - CHF 30 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
316° NW bearing direction

How far is St. Moritz from Zurich?

The distance from St. Moritz to Zurich is 86.4 miles (139.1 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located NW of St. Moritz. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 St. Moritz 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 St. Moritz to Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min CHF 24 - CHF 30 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between St. Moritz & Zurich

Quick Facts

St. Moritz
46.49°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1822m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 288.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM