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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 10 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Zurich every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £142.
Distance: 306 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £331 Average Price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Zurich coaches for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 9h15 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h55 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 17 January | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 00:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 8h40 | 08:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 01:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h00 | 08:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
 254 | 06:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 7h10 | 13:40 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 306 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 306 km |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Frankfurt am Main to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Zurich with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich by coach. 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 coach, 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 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36), which is located around 8.4 miles (13.6 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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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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