The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Zurich
Cheapest price
£131
Average price
£159
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1247 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Zurich will cost around £159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £131.
To travel from Madrid to Zurich you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, and a train costs an average of £243.
Distance: 1247 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£166 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price | £266 Average Price |
26h 7m Average total duration 25h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.7 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Zurich coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 35h10 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 35h10 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Zurich
Buses from Madrid to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 25h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £53 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1247 km distance in 25h 10m.
Distance 1247 km |
Average bus duration 25h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 25h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Zurich with Alsa, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £53. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 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
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Zurich
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 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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