Popular Airport | Zurich Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 1 hour 50 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 1463 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Bergen City Center
Bergen Flesland - Flesland Airport
It is incredibly easy to get to Bergen Airport from any point in Bergen, especially from the center of the city, which has a wide public transportation network. Among the means of transportation you can go to the airport directly without needing to transfer are suburban trains, trams, buses and taxis.
Train
The main train and bus stations in Bergen, which are located at walking distance from the city center of Bergen, are very close. From the train station in central Bergen you can take suburban trains that go directly to Bergen Airport. These trains also provide connection to Arna, Voss, Myrdal Flam.
There is only one suburban train line serving in Bergen city. Bergen Airport is among the stops on this line. Going to the airport in 15-20 minutes with the suburban train from the train station in the city will save you time.
Bus
Bergen city buses are managed by Skyss company and there is a common ticketing system operated by this company. This ticket system covers all public transportation in Bergen. If you reserve your seat from the website of Tide Buss (www.tide.no), the local city buses, you can travel at much more reasonable prices. The express buses of Tide Buss provide a very fast access between the terminals.
Single use Skyss bus tickets cost 67 Norwegian krone for adults. A daily ticket costs 95 krone, 7-day ticket cost 335 krone, while tickets that can be used ten times cost 555 krone. It is very simple to get Skyss bus tickets from ticket sales points in the city center, from ticket vending machines or from internet. You can also get your ticket via your smart phone if you download the “Skyss Billett” application.
Buses going to the airport, named as Airport Bus, depart from the Radisson Blu Hotel, fish market and Radisson Blu Royal Hotel in the city center and go directly to Bergen Airport. The first ride of the buses departing every 10 minutes on weekdays is at 06:50 in the morning. After midnight, you are likely to reach the airport quickly thanks to the airport bus that departs at 01:00, 02:00 and 03:00.
These buses depart on frequent intervals on Saturdays and Sundays also. The buses depart from the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel and Bryggen (the first stop in the city center). If you want to go to Bergen airport with the airport bus you need to pay 100 Norwegian krone as the most current fare. The round-trip ticket costs 170 krone. Departure points of another airport bus service (www.fjordnorway.com) are Lagunen shopping center, Bergen bus station (N platform) and Bergen train station.
You can go directly to the airport taking the Stromgaten bus number 8, which is departing 5 times in an hour from the city center. The buses depending on a special transport system called Light Rail also go to the airport departing from train station and the bus station every day from 06:00 to 01:00 every 10 minutes. You have to purchase your tickets from the station or ticket vending machines.
Taxi
Bergen taxis, unlike usual, are ultra-luxury as the vehicles are from famous brands like Audi, Mercedes, Volvo, BMW, Volkswagen. You can pay by credit card in almost all taxis. Bergen taxis are both reliable and fast, although expensive, and they all serve with taximeters. It is possible that you will encounter a lot of taxis outside the city bus and train stations, especially in the Bryggen area.
Car Rental
If you are planning to stay longer than a few days in Bergen then the best and most profitable option for you is to rent a car. It is very convenient to rent a car because the city roads are well maintained and the traffic is not heavy. Europcar, Hertz, Sixt, Thriftiy, as well as domestic brands serve you in the city. All you have to do is make a pre-booking before you come to Bergen. It will take 25-30 minutes to get to the airport from Bergen with the car you rent.
Airport Information
Bergen Airport, also known as Flesland, is 19 kilometers south of Bergen city center. Like other international airports, Bergen Airport offers many possibilities to its passengers. These include free internet access, cafés, restaurants and bars, shopping malls, duty free shops, grocery stores, souvenir shops, resting and smoking areas, tourist information offices and information desks about public transportation.
Transportation to Zurich City Center from Airport
Zurich Airport
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.
