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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. 

Krakow, beautified by the Vistula, Poland's longest river, attracts tourists not only because of being a center of culture and art but also because of the buildings remaining from the middle ages and the world's oldest fabric market.

Krakow invites you to a travel into history. It offers an unforgettable experience with its castles, museums and natural beauties defying the years. Although there is no metro, trams are very popular in Krakow, which is quite successful in terms of city planning. Buses serving during the most part of the day are the main transportation vehicles in the city.

Trains that depart from the railway station, which has a history of nearly 300 years and is admired by everyone with its historical structure, offer the opportunity of long distance transportation. Since many places to visit in Krakow is very close to each other, it is possible to see all the beauties of the city by using the perfectly designed pedestrian paths.

John Paul II Airport, which is not very close to the city center, offers service to international flights. There are many options to get to the city center from the John Paul II Airport, which is 15 km of Krakow. Especially taxi, bus, train and minibus are among the commonly used transportation vehicles for going to the city center. Car rental is another option you can consider.

Taxi

You have chance to take a taxi whenever you want at the airport where the vehicles of Krakow Airport Taxi offer service. It is a licensed taxi company offering taxi service every day and every hour. You can reach the city center in about 15 minutes by getting on a taxi from the taxi stands found at the airport. You can make a reservation by contacting the taxi company in advance.

Bus

Two separate bus services are provided at the airport, including public and private bus services. Public buses operate in the daytime with the bus routes 208 and 292; and in the nighttime bus route 902 offers service for the passengers. Private buses allow you to go to different parts of the city with four separate vehicles. To get on the buses, you need to get a ticket in advance.

Train

The train station is located behind the passenger terminal. As being the fastest option, it is possible to reach the city center in just 17 minutes by train. In addition, the availability of air conditioning, Wi-Fi and power outlets on trains offers an amazing comfort. The trains operate between 05:00 am and 12:00 at midnight.

Car Rental

In order to rent a car, you can contact with car rental companies Avis, Budget, Panek or Sixt. By renting an affordable and quality car you can get to the city center in 20 minutes from the airport.