Search Flights from Turin to Zurich

Turin is situated on the north-western side of Italy, one of the most popular countries in the world, in the Piedmont region, on the banks of the Po River surrounded by the Alps. Another known name for this city, which has a very long-established gastronomy culture, is ''gourmet paradise ''.

Apart from this, it is also the third most important city of Italy after Milan in terms of trade and tourism. Most of the trade is made up by the automotive sector. Turin, home to the FIAT factory, hosts the Turin Automobile Museum, one of the world's 10 oldest and largest automobile museums. One of the most famous cities in Europe, the industrial center has hosted the 2006 Winter Olympics. The city, with a population of around 1.5 million, has a developed public transportation system.

Transfers from Torino to the other cities of Italy, as well as transportation within the city are usually provided by metro and train. You can use buses, trams and metro which have regular services within the city of Turin as well as taxis. You can usually travel within the city of Turin without needing a taxi.

The cheapest and most preferred means of transportation by tourists and locals is train and trams. The other two preferred options in urban transport are buses and metro. The train lines, especially the Torino subway lines, are linked to each other in inner city spots as well as to other cities of Italy such as Milan. With a comfortable and fast service you can go anywhere you want in Turin city; you can also have daily visits to other cities of Italy. Fees are not high given the fast service to the customers.

In the city of Turin you can also rent bicycles. The city is not too big, thus it is suitable for cycling. Transportation in Turin, an Italian city favored by tourists with cheap accommodation options both in terms of winter tourism and summer tourism, has grown considerably thanks to the Winter Olympics hosted in 2006.

The cost of single ticket in public transport in Turin is 1.5 Euros. There is a card called Torino-Piemonte, and most of the conscious tourists have this card because those who have this card travel with discount. Single-use, two day, three day, weekly, and monthly cards are available. The two day ticket is 7.2 euros, the three day ticket is 10 euros, and the 7 day ticket is 37 euros. In fact, the other beauty of these cards is it provides free access to many museums, theaters and parks.

The most important point to be taken care of with regards to transportation is to never get on public transport (train, subway, tram, bus, etc.) without validating your ticket. Passengers who do not validate their tickets are subject to serious sanctions, such as a EUR 100 fine. This issue is very important since the tickets are valid for a certain time period. Even if you have already bought it in advance, you cannot use it if it is not valid anymote. There are two main train stations in Torino: Porta Nuova and Porta Susa in Piazza Carlo Felice. You can purchase your train tickets online or at ticketing points at train stations.

Many of the public transport, including trains, start their service at 05.30 in the morning and last until midnight.

Airport Information

Turin Airport is located in the Caselle Torinese area of ​​Italy. It is located in the Piedmont region, 16 kilometers north-west of the city center. Turin Airport, also known as Sandro Pertini Airport, is one of Italy's oldest and largest airports, established in 1953.

Turin Airport has a train station and bus services to the city center of Turin and the surrounding cities. Many of the passengers landing at Turin Airport can arrive wherever they want in a short period of time, conveniently without leaving the station, by train or bus.

You can also find car rental companies and small shopping centers outside of station stops. As it is one of the leading airports in Europe in terms of development, it increases its passenger capacity every year. In the past, many airline companies did not fly directly to Turin Airport; but many airline companies, including Turkish Airlines, have direct flights to Turin Airport today. There are car parks, car rental companies, restaurants and bars, VIP services and lounges and 14 shopping malls at the airport. Equipped with sophisticated infrastructure and services, Turin Airport is an ideal airport offering a range of unique opportunities for potential business partners.

Turin Airport, which is invested by a large number of Italian and international brands, is an excellent establishment hosting more than 5 million passengers per year. It meets the security, comfort and similar needs of the passengers in the best conditions.

It is envisaged that an ambitious plan concerning the expansion of passenger traffic will come into play in the next three years due to the fact that the strategic location of the terminal is also of great importance in terms of industry and trade. This plan aims to increase food court areas, retail numbers, and passenger capacity at the lowest possible cost.

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and is situated at the tip of Lake Zurich. The city is divided in two by the Limmat River, which is a outlet of Lake Zurich. The city’s main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof, is the focal point of the public transportation network. Every tram, train, and bus line passes through this area, providing transportation to various parts of the city and its surrounding areas. The public transportation system in Zurich is the Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV). Public transportation vehicles in Zurich are very clean, reliable and comfortable. The prices are very reasonable and every vehicle is extremely punctual. While trains provide transportation within the city, and access to neighboring cities, the most preferred means transportation in the city are buses and trams.

The public transportation network also operates after midnight. This service is called the night supplement. You need to purchase a night supplement ticket, in addition to your regular ZVV network ticket. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines, sales offices, or by SMS.   

The ZürichCARD is a fare payment system for all public transit in the city. It is an ideal option for tourists looking to explore the city during their stay. Purchasing a Zurich card to use during your stay ends up being more affordable. You have the option of purchasing a ticket that is valid for 24-hours or 72-hours. These tickets also offer free entry to museums in Zurich, a 10-20% discount in participating stores, and discounts on city tours and various cultural activities.

Zurich Airport is the largest and busiest airport in the country. The airport is located 13 km from the city center, a 12 minute ride by rail. If you plan on getting to the city center by public transportation you can purchase a ticket after you land, which will be valid for 1 hour. Passengers under the age of 16 receive a discount on tickets. Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult and ride for free. Passengers under the age of 25 can purchase a multi-day pass, which is more affordable.

Train

The easiest way to get to the city center from the airport is by train. The train station is located at the airport, on Level -2, next to the shopping mall. The train runs every 12 minutes and provides transportation to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. The total trip from the airport to the main station takes 12 minutes. The main railway station is located in the city center. The public transportation system in the city is incredibly punctual, so keep in mind that the train will depart on time.

Zurich Hauptbahnhof is a major station with dense passenger traffic. Trains departing from this station provide transportation within the city as well as transportation to other cities in Switzerland and neighboring countries such as France and Germany. The railway station also contains a shopping center, the ShopVille mall, located beneath it. Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg.

Bus

Another way to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. The bus network in the city is very comprehensive and convenient. Buses depart from the Airport Centre and provide transportation to the main railway station. From there you can access every part of the city using different public transportation alternatives. Buses are also very punctual and depart on time under normal circumstance but visitors should expect delays when it snows.

Tram

The tram is the second largest transport network in the city, after buses. There are 10 tram lines that provide transportation within the city. These lines all gather around the city center and operate from the city center to the outskirts of the city. However, since the tram network isn’t as comprehensive as the bus network you can’t access every part of the city by tram. Once you get off the tram you always have the option of transferring to a bus or train.   

Taking the tram to the city center is quite convenient. Tram Line 10 provides transportation from the airport to the main railway station located in the city center. The tram departs from the Airport Centre, which is located on Level -2. The tram runs every 7 ½ to 15 minutes.

Tram Line 2 operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 3 operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, tram Line 4 operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, tram Line 5 operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, tram Line 7 operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, tram Line 9 operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, tram Line 10 operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, tram Line 11 operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, tram Line 13 operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and tram Line 14 operates between Tremli and Seebach.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. However, taxis are more expensive than public transportation options and offer the same level of comfort. Public transportation vehicles provide quality service at an affordable price so paying extra for a taxi can be unnecessary.

Rental Car

If you don’t want to use public transportation vehicles, then renting a car is another transportation alternative. You can rent a car from the Airport Center, located on level 1, and return your vehicle to the Rental Car Return area at the end of your trip, if you are flying out of Zurich Airport. You can also book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. Rental car companies located at the airport that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National, and Sixt.