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Travelling to and within Switzerland by train

Travelling to Switzerland in a comfortable, carefree and environmentally friendly way: the real holiday feeling starts at home!

• 13 x more An electric car produces 13 times more CO2 than a train.
• 0.2% Train traffic only contributes 0.2% to the total CO2 emissions of all traffic.
• 90% The Swiss SBB trains are 90% water-powered.

5 reasons why

Travelling by Swiss public transport is comfortable and convenient. It may seem complicated at first sight: buying tickets, changing transportation, finding connections, not forgetting the luggage or missing the right stop. But fortunately, all of this is wonderfully easy in Switzerland. Here are 5 reasons why Switzerland is best explored by train, bus and boat.

Connections

A direct ICE train leaves for Basel SBB station daily from Amsterdam Central, Utrecht Central and Arnhem Central stations. From there, trains go to all parts of Switzerland. The journey from Utrecht takes 6 hours and 10 minutes. There are even more travel possibilities from the Netherlands with only one change at a station in Germany. At Frankfurt station, for example, travellers can change to a direct intercity train to Zurich, Bern or Interlaken. From Venlo, Enschede and Oldenzaal both Basel and Zurich can be reached with just one change.

Train connections from the Netherlands

*Train departs from Amsterdam Central Station and also stops at Arnhem Central Station.

Train connections from Belgium and Luxembourg

Timetable & tickets

• NS International
• Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB

Arrival in Zwitserland

• The ICE takes you directly to the Swiss city centres – step off the train and the city tour can already get started.
• Your journey continues? Once in Switzerland, trains leave at half-hour intervals in all directions:  Timetable Swiss public transport

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Whatever your schedule and budget, whether you're travelling for business or pleasure, you will find that time flies when travelling with SWISS or a SWISS partner airline from the Netherlands to Switzerland. From takeoff to landing, our qualified on-board crew will make sure you can relax and get the most out of the flight.

Enjoy the on-board amenities and typical Swiss hospitality that will make your flight to Switzerland a real pleasure so you can arrive well rested in Switzerland and can start your trip full of energy. Book your flight to Switzerland now on swiss.com.

*Please note: To provide you with the widest possible selection of flight destinations, some of the direct flights or connecting flights on swiss.com are operated by our partner airlines, which may result in a different flight experience than with SWISS.

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Free seat reservation with the Economy Classic fare – ideal for families.

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Log in on swiss.com and use your name, booking code, e-ticket number or profile to check in online. Select your seat and then enter the required passport information. You should now be able to print your boarding pass or send it as a mobile ticket to your smartphone. You’ll need to check in your baggage at the designated check-in counter before departure. If you have problems checking in online, you may need to check your device settings. You can also download the SWISS app to check in on the go and view all your travel information. The app is available for both iPhone and Android.

Enjoy fresh, high-quality meals on board our flights. Depending on your travel class and flight duration, a diverse selection of culinary delights awaits you. Choose from our menu options: SWISS First, SWISS Business, SWISS Premium Economy, SWISS Economy or our à la carte menu SWISS Choice. Menus for special dietary requirements are available upon request, and you can create a custom meal up to 36 hours before departure. On board SWISS flights, you can sit back, relax and enjoy gourmet food and drink .

The amount of checked baggage you're allowed to bring as well as the weight of it depends on your flight class. Should you choose to forgo checked baggage altogether for a short trip, please note that space on the aircraft is limited and some items are not permitted on board. If you wish to check in additional baggage, we will accept it for an additional fee. Certain items are considered dangerous and are prohibited or limited in carry-on and checked baggage for security reasons. You should also inquire well in advance about the regulations that apply for transporting sports equipment or other non-traditional items. If you have any problems with your baggage, please contact us immediately so we can solve the problem as quickly as possible. You can find all the important information regarding your baggage in our baggage rules section.

On all long-haul flights, we offer you unlimited access to the free «Messaging» Wi-Fi package. With this, you can stay connected, whether for personal or professional communication, via the most common messenger apps for free throughout the flight, as well as share pictures and photos directly.

For even more variety and an extended internet experience, the «Wi-Fi 4 Hours» or «Wi-Fi Premium» packages are available for a fee. Depending on the package, you receive unlimited internet access for four hours or for the entire flight. This includes, for example, social media, email, audio streaming, VPN, and cloud services. Only video streaming services are not available, regardless of the package chosen.

Our SWISS First guests and HON Circle Members have free access to the «Wi-Fi Premium» package.

On swiss.com we offer flights for the Amsterdam, Netherlands, - Zurich, Switzerland route from EUR 190 .

Flights from the Netherlands to Switzerland depart from Amsterdam

If a flight gets cancelled, we will immediately rearrange the itinerary for all affected travellers. You can view the updated flight details under "My bookings". Our SWISS Chat Assistant Nelly is there to help you if you require assistance.

You are allowed to take a certain amount of checked baggage with you on your flight. The size, weight, and number of items permitted as your checked baggage depends on your fare, route, and frequent flyer status.

Premium Economy Class is our travel class with extra comfort for long-haul flights. Enjoy many benefits such as wider seating with more reclining possibilities for a restful journey.

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Check out our flights that guarantee you a smooth and comfortable journey and be tempted by our unbeatable offers from the Netherlands to Switzerland at lufthansa.com. For example, why not fly in November 2024 from Amsterdam (AMS) to Basel (BSL) from EUR 190 ? Immerse yourself in a world of possibilities and find the perfect flight to Switzerland to suit your needs. Whether you are planning a business trip or your next holiday destination, you can’t go wrong with our flight deals. Enjoy the variety of food served during your flight and arrive in Switzerland refreshed and relaxed. After landing you have the chance to experience the fascinating culture and hospitality in Switzerland and get acquainted with the impressive sights the country has to offer. What are you waiting for? Book the flight and you’ll be at your destination in no time. Our cheapest flight from the Netherlands to Switzerland is available in November 2024 starting from EUR 190 from Amsterdam.

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With Lufthansa, you can conveniently check in online from 23 hours before departure, select your seat and print out your boarding pass or have it sent to your mobile phone. You can choose to either check in online or use the Lufthansa app . Mobile boarding passes are available for most Lufthansa destinations, but in some exceptional cases they cannot be issued due to official regulations. If this is the case, you will be sent confirmation that you’ve checked in, which you then hand over at the airport counter to obtain your boarding pass. You can also use your mobile boarding pass offline if you have the Lufthansa app, iOS Wallet or Google Pay. You can find more information in our check-in section online .

Enjoy an excellent culinary experience on board your Lufthansa flight. We offer you a selection of snacks and high-quality fresh food, which varies depending on which flight class you’ve booked as well as the duration of the flight. On short-haul and medium-haul flights in Economy Class, you will receive a Lufthansa chocolate if your flight lasts 30 minutes or less, and an additional free bottle of mineral water for a flight of up to 60 minutes. For flights of one hour or more, you can also enjoy a range of delicious fresh snacks and a selection of beverages for an additional charge. On long-haul flights, you can also enjoy complimentary food and beverages in Economy Class. If you have special dietary requirements, you can order special meals or children’s menus up to 24 hours before departure. Learn more about our in-flight menus that will make your flight experience even more enjoyable.

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Our Lufthansa in-flight entertainment guarantees you an even more enjoyable flight. Not only can you look forward to a varied entertainment program on long-haul flights, but you can also download digital magazines and newspapers from our range of free eJournals , available on all Lufthansa flights. Current blockbusters, TV programmes, music, audio books, podcasts and games are a great way to pass the time on our long-haul flights. In our online guide to in-flight entertainment , you will find exciting trailers, articles and information on the latest entertainment on offer.

Prices for flights from the Netherlands to Switzerland start at lufthansa.com at EUR 190 on the route Amsterdam-Basel.

Our Lufthansa flights from the Netherlands to Switzerland depart from the following airports: Amsterdam.

If a flight is cancelled, we automatically rebook all affected passengers. The new flight connection will then be displayed under "My bookings". If you need help, our Lufthansa Chat Assistant Elisa will be happy to assist you.

Baggage allowance refers to the amount of baggage you can bring with you at no extra cost. The size, weight and number of bags or suitcases depends on the fare you have booked, the flight route and your Miles & More status.

Premium Economy Class is our extra comfortable travel class, perfect for long-haul flights. Enjoy numerous advantages such as extra wide seating with increased reclining for a relaxing flight.

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How to travel on the new direct overnight train from the Dutch capital to Switzerland's largest city

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This new Nightjet service is now providing the only direct train from The Netherlands to north-west Switzerland. The simplest option for travelling by day requires making an extended connection between ICE trains at Frankfurt (Main). There are no direct daytime trains on this route:

Routes you can take to go from Amsterdam to Zürich / Zurich

When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.

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Purchase Tickets

OBB is the national rail operator and its booking service offers journeys by express trains within Austria, as well as international journeys which don't involve making a connection outside of Austria.

It pays off to book online, as the discounted 'Sparscheine' tickets are only ever made available on the website, and when making international journeys to and from Austria, these Sparscheine tickets tend to be cheaper. OBB can offer particularly good value for money when travelling with children on international rail journeys, but something to watch out for when travelling between Austria and Germany on daytime trains, is that reservations are an optional extra; but if you book 1st class tickets with the Germany railways website DB, the reservations are complimentary.

OBB often takes a unique approach to its booking path, but a key thing to keep in mind is that the first price you will see for any journey is that of a Second Class seat. The costs of upgrading to first class, a reservation, or a sleeping cabin etc, is then added to this price.

NS Intl Guide

NS is the Dutch national rail operator and it operates a bespoke website for the booking of international rail journeys from and to The Netherlands. Therefore it offers tickets for journeys by:

• Thalys trains to Bruxelles and Paris
• IC trains to Berlin via Hannover and Bruxelles via Antwerpen
• Eurostar to London
• ICE trains to Basel and Frankfurt (Main) via Koln
• the Nightjet trains to Austria and Germany

NS International also sells tickets to a range of destinations in Austria, Czechia, Denmark, Italy and Switzerland, which involve a change of train in Germany, along with the destinations in France, which can be accessed by making a connection in Bruxelles.

Travel Information

Final Destination: Zurich

The train also calls at: Utrecht (21:03), connect from Rotterdam and Arnhem (22:02) connect from Nijmegen

The train is usually scheduled to depart Amsterdam Centraal at 20:30 and arrive in Zurich HB at 08:05. However, due to the length of its route it is particularly susceptible to having it's timings altered.

Typical onward connections:

• To Bologna (connect for Roma) and Milano at 08:33
• To Graz on the 'Transalpin Express' via Innsbruck, Zell am See and Kitzbuhel at 08:40
• To Lugano at 09:05
• To Milano Centrale at 09:33,

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Journey Features

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This train is in effect two trains combined into one departure:

• A Nightjet train which conveys the sleeping cabins and couchettes
• An IC train, which uses the same types of coaches as those used on daytime services

Book early and save: Yes

Online bookings open: 6 months ahead of the travel date

The train conveys:

• Compartment Seats (Sitzwagen)
• Couchettes (Liegewagen); 4 berths AND 6 berthsm
• Standard sleeping cars (Schlafwagen) with 3 bed, 2 bed and 1 cabins
• Deluxe sleeping cars with showers (Schlafwagen) with 3 bed, 2 bed and 1 cabins

The first price you will see on the OBB ticketing site will be for the compartment seats.

Click the train details below for more info including the rail pass reservation fees:

Rail pass users must reserve before boarding these trains,

You can now book rail pass reservations without paying booking fees on the OBB website (OBB operates these trains).Though the process for doing so isn't particularly obvious, hence this step-by-step guide . By booking online you can avoid the booking fees which will be payable at the station in The Netherlands.

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