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| Popular Airport | Montreal Trudeau Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
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| Approximate Flight Duration | 7 hour 30 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 5987 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Zurich City Center
Zurich Airport
Zurich has a very well developed public transportation system within the city. This system also serves the airport, which is located 13 km from downtown Zurich. Using the tram or bus lines from anywhere in the city you can get to the main railway station, Zurich Hauptbahnhof. From this station you can easily take a train or tram to the airport. Zurich Airport is accessible by train, bus, tram, and taxi.
Train
Taking the train to the airport from the city center is very practical. Trains depart from the main railway station and get to the airport in about 12 minutes. Trains also run every 12 minutes.
Trains depart on time and are very reliable, unless there is a special circumstance that is causing a delay. The train provides transportation directly to the Airport Station, which is located on Level -2, next to the airport shopping center. Zurich’s main station experiences a lot of passenger traffic because trains operate not only within the city but to neighboring cities and countries like France and Germany as well.
Other areas that regional trains travel to include the Glattbrugg Railway Station, Regensdorf Railway Station, Schlieren Railway Station, Waldburg, Wollishofen and Uetliberg. If you have time before your flight we recommend visiting the ShopVille mall, which is located beneath the main railway station.
Bus
The city is famous for its public transportation network and the bus network throughout the city is especially advanced and comprehensive. Taking a bus to the airport is another convenient transportation alternative. You can take a bus from the main railway station, which is easily accessible from every part of the city. Buses provide direct transportation to the Airport Centre. Buses are on time and reliable under normal circumstances; in case of snow there can be delays.
Tram
The city’s tram network is also very advanced. The tram network extends to most parts of the city but the lines surround the city center. If there is a part of the city that is not accessible by tram you can transfer to a bus or train to get to your destination. Tram Line 10 provides transportation to the Airport Centre from the main railway station.
The following tram lines operate throughout Zurich: Line 2, which operates between Farbhof and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, 3, which operates between Albisrieden and Kluspla, Line 4, which operates between Werdhölzli and Tiefenbrunnen Railway Station, Line 5, which operates between Enge Railway Station and the zoo, Line 7, which operates between Wollishofen and Stettbach Railway Station, Line 9, which operates between Triemli and Hirzenbach, Line 10 which operates between Seebach and the Main Railway Station, Line 11, which operates between Oerlikon Railway Station and Rehalp, Line 13, which operates between Albisgütli and Frankental, and Line 14, which operates between Tremli and Seebach.
Taxi
Taxis are another convenient transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center. However, taxis are more expensive when compared to public transportation options. Public transportation in Zurich is very comfortable and reliable, so you can enjoy the same comfort-level using public transportation for a fraction of the price.
Rental Car
If you don’t want to take public transportation consider renting a car, which can be more affordable than taking a taxi. You can rent a car from various rental car companies located throughout the city or book a vehicle in advance online. Renting a car to get to the airport is both fast and convenient.
Airport Information
Zurich Airport is located 13 km from the city center and is the primary international airport serving the city. It is also the largest airport in the entire country. In addition to offering convenient transportation alternatives to and from the airport, Zurich Airport also features services to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Zurich Airport contains many shops, located both before security and after. The general area before security check features stores such as Migros, Herren Globus, and Inter Discount and places you can get a bite to eat or something to drink like Starbucks and McDonald’s.
Once passengers go through security they have access to a variety of services and venues. Passengers can go shopping for quality products at stores like Schweizer Heimatwerk, Porsche Design, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Greider, Omega, Swatch, Swarovski, Tommy Hilfiger, and Victorinox. The Duty Free shops offer passengers luxury products at reasonable prices. The airport also contains bookstores and gift shops where passengers can buy small items and knickknacks.
There are a variety of restaurants located in the passenger zone, including Burger King, Center Bar, Chalet Suisse, Montreux Jazz Café, and Walter. Zurich Airport also offers passengers various services such as free internet for 2 hours, lounges, currency exchange services, emergency services, transit hotels and dayrooms, and even showers.
Transportation to Montreal City Center from Airport
Montreal Trudeau Intl. Airport
Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, which connects Montreal with the rest of the world, is located about 20 minutes from Montreal city center. From the airport to the city center, you can choose from many alternatives such as public transport, taxis and shared cars. You can take a bus that runs 24/7 to get to the center of Montreal from the airport. If you prefer a more private and comfortable vehicle, you can travel with the Montreal taxis waiting for you in front of the terminal, use the trains to get to and from many points in the city, take advantage of the hotel shuttle, or come directly to the center with Uber. Buses and trains are among the best options if you prefer a more economical vehicle. However, if you prefer to get to the center from the airport comfortably at the best price, you can choose Uber vehicles or taxi cabs.
Bus
From Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in Montreal, you have easy access to the city center 7 days a week and 24 hours a day by bus 747. The length of the journey with the bus carrying the passengers directly to the center of Montreal varies from 45 to 60 minutes depending on the situation of the traffic. 1 day bus ticket costs 10 dollars. With a daily ticket you can travel more than once in the city. You can choose the 3 day and weekly tickets by learning the current ticket prices from the airport counselor or ticket sales points. Bus tickets can be purchased from the ticket sales point located at the airport and from the downtown Montreal center. You can take the bus number 204 to the Dorval station or take the bus number 209 to Roxboro-Pierrefonds.
Train
To transfer to VIA Rail Canada trains, you can take advantage of the free shuttle service from the airport to the train station in Dorval. When you arrive at the train station, you can reach the centers such as Montreal, Toronto, Kingston and many other points between these places by trains. If you want to get information about trains call 1 888 842-7245 and ask questions about train travel to your destination.
Airport Shuttle
You can travel to the city center of Montreal and to other cities in the country with airport services that take passengers in front of the Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Using Orléans Express shuttles, you can arrive directly at the points such as Trois-Rivières, Ste-Foy and Québec City. You can take advantage of the shuttles departing every day of the week, several times a day. Greyhound shuttles take you to places like Montréal, Ottawa and Gatineau. You can learn more about the Greyhound shuttles, such as the departure times and fees, by calling 1 800 661-8747 or on the internet.
Aeroshuttle provide access to the near-by smaller settlements such as Sherbrooke, Bromont, Magog / Orford, L'Ange-Gardien and Richelieu Granby. You can get information by calling 1 855 628-3883 about these shuttles which carry passengers 24 hours, 7 days a week.
During the winter season (between December and April) Autocars Skyport shuttles take you directly in the direction of Mont-Tremblant. Call 1-800-471-1155 to ask what you want to know about Autocars Skyport shuttles.
Hotel Shuttle
Many hotels in Montreal's city center and near the airport are transporting customers from the airport to the hotel with shuttles. You can find out the shuttles by calling 514 636-5001 for Appartements Beauséjour, 514 828-5080 for Auberge de l'aéroport, 514 344-1999 for Crowne Plaza Montréal Aéroport and 514 788-5030 for Hilton Garden Inn Montréal / Dorval Aéroport. If you are staying at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aéroport de Montréal, you can call 514 422-8080, if you are staying at the Marriott Residence Inn Aéroport de Montréal you can call 514 336-9333 and request that your hotel shuttle be at the airport exit at the time of your landing.
Uber
Uber vehicles serving in Canada and many other parts of the world are also being used extensively at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. The Uber service, which takes its passengers from the front of the airport terminal, takes you directly to the city center in a short time, with convenient and comfortable vehicles. At the airport, Uber vehicles take passengers from gate 6 and leave them at the entrance of the city center. If you need a reasonably priced car, you can prefer traveling with uberX, if you are a large group or have heavy equipment, you can choose uberXL, and choose uberSELECT if you want a more luxurious, comfortable and exclusive car. If you cannot see the Uber vehicle you called at the airport exit gate, you can communicate with the vehicle driver through the application and get information. The uberXL vehicles, which can carry up to 6 passengers, are ideal for crowded families and groups of friends. If your luggage is too big to fit in the standard cab, you can still choose uberXL vehicles.
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