Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Taxi from Zürich Airport to Zurich, fare, estimate & time

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Taxis are very expensive. Uber is legal in Zurich, Geneva and Basel. The estimated fare to Zurich is CHF40-CHF64. The official taxi rank is just outside arrivals, don't go with anyone offering a ride inside the terminal.

Zürich Airport is about 11 km north of Zurich from Zurich.

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Not just the centre

From Zürich Airport to other towns

Lucerne · 50 km, ~69 min · CHF167-CHF265
Basel · 74 km, ~78 min · CHF244-CHF388
Interlaken · 101 km, ~106 min · CHF331-CHF526
Bern · 101 km, ~106 min · CHF331-CHF526

Estimates based on distance and the local tariff. Booking ahead is usually cheaper.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

How much is a taxi from Zürich Airport to Zurich?

Roughly CHF40-CHF64 at the local tariff. Many airports run a flat fare to zones, ask at the taxi desk first.

Can I get Uber / Bolt from Zürich Airport?

Taxis are very expensive. Uber is legal in Zurich, Geneva and Basel.

Taxi or a pre-booked transfer?

A taxi is cheaper for a short ride and one or two people. A pre-booked transfer is worth it for a late arrival, heavy bags, kids, or when you don't want to haggle, the price is fixed upfront.

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Sources: Distances & fares: distance calc + local tariff · Official airport site: https://www.zurich-airport.com

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