The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Zurich
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Zurich will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Munich for Zurich on Sat, May 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:30 AM4h00Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:30 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)€151One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Milan)4:45 AM3h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:35 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:20 PM5h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)6:45 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 AM3h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM5h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:00 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€401One-way0 transfers
(Prague -> Milan)4:45 AM3h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:35 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 AM3h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€341One-way0 transfers
5:30 AM4h00Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:30 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM5h05Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:00 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€401One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:20 PM5h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)6:45 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €146.
Distance: 242 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price | €333 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Munich to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Zurich buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4733 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h50 | 3:20 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
(Prague -> Milan) | 4:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h50 | 8:35 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h00 | 9:30 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 3:30 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h25 | 6:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 5h05 | 9:00 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Munich to Zurich.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Zurich
Buses from Munich to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 242 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus from Munich to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Munich to Zurich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Zurich by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Munich to Zurich
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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