The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zurich will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Salzburg for Zurich on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 9 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.

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 340 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price | €452 Average price |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zurich buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h25 | 2:30 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Zurich
Buses from Salzburg to Zurich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 340 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salzburg to Zurich
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
- 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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