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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.
Great Falls International Airport is located a few miles from the center of Great Falls city and in terms of transportation it provides fast and comfortable alternatives to the passengers. Regardless of the time you can easily find a taxi at the airport at any time of the day. If you are looking for an alternative way that does not dent your budget while traveling towards the center of the city, you can review your options of traveling to the city center by taken the buses or by renting a car from the airport terminal. Although there are not trains direct from the airport, trains are among the alternative form of transport that can be used for transportation from different places such as Havre and Shelby which are located nearby.
If you need to travel from the airport in the direction of Great Falls or other places nearby, without thinking you can take one of the taxis. Taxis can be somewhat expensive for longer distances. However, if you only need to travel to the city center, due to the short distance, it can be among your preferences with its affordable prices and comfortable vehicles. Taxi fares in the city are determined according to the taximeter and you are usually expected to leave a few dollars tip on top of the total taxi fare. The journey from the airport to the city center, you have two different taxi options. Of these alternatives there is Diamond Cab, you can call them on 406-453-3241 to ask for a vehicle to be prepared for you at your landing time, or the second taxi alternative serving at Great Falls International Airport is BlackedOut 406 Limo and you can book a taxi or limousine by contacting them on 406-781-5218.
At Great Falls International Airport, passengers often take advantage of rental cars that offer you the freedom of saving time aswell as comfort. The car rental offices provide service to passengers from the early morning hours, seven days a week. To rent a car from Alamo, one of the international rental companies, you can get information by contacting them on 800-462-5266. If you would prefer to rent a car from AVIS, you can call them on 800-230-4898 or if you would prefer to rent your vehicle from Enterprise you can call them on 800-325-8007. As an alternative to all these car rental companies at the airport, there are also different options such as Hertz and National Car Rental and Budget, which you can conatct them on 800-654-3131.
Traveling from the airport to the city center by buses and shuttle services is also one of the preferred alternatives, thanks to their affordable prices and the opportunity to travel comfortably in crowded groups. You can complete your journey to the city center without any problems with companies such as Great Falls Transit District, Salt Lake Express, Greyhound Bus Lines, North Central Montana Transit, Golden Triangle Transit, Statewide Public Transit. The difference of these vehicles from taxis and rental cars is that you usually need to book them in advance. By making your reservation for buses and shuttle services a few days or hours before arriving in the city, you can find your vehicle ready on time in front of the airport terminal. You can also use shuttle services to reach different cities and towns located nearby. In this case, the fee you will pay will vary according to the distance of the place you will travel to and the total number of people using the service vehicles. If you book a few weeks in advance, you can take advantage of the services or buses at discounted prices.
Some of the hotels located in the city centers offer shuttle services between the airport and the city center for a convenient transportation option for their customers. If you are staying in a hotel in the city, you can contact the relevant staff at the hotel in advance and travel directly to the city center using these services offered to passengers, which will either by at an extra cost or free.
You can travel to nearby cities and towns by Amtrak trains. To do this, you must first travel from the airport to the train station and then you can continue your journey by transferring to and from trains. Another advantage of trains is that they provide fast access to many regions without being affected by traffic and road conditions.
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