4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salzburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zurich will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Salzburg for Zurich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 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.
3:006h30Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße9:30Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£381One-way0 changes
30499 · 473320:157h05Salzburg, P+R Süd3:20Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£401One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus8:456h45Salzburg, P+R Süd15:30Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£421One-way1 change- 30499 · 799120:1512h30Salzburg, P+R Süd8:45Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£431One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:108h50Salzburg, P+R Süd21:00Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£451One-way1 change
- 3:006h30Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße9:30Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£381One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:456h45Salzburg, P+R Süd15:30Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£421One-way1 change
- 30499 · 473320:157h05Salzburg, P+R Süd3:20Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£401One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:108h50Salzburg, P+R Süd21:00Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£451One-way1 change
- 30499 · 799120:1512h30Salzburg, P+R Süd8:45Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. 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 £26, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 340 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £387 Average Price |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
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 coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 6h45 | 15:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 8h50 | 21:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 30499 · 4733 | 20:15 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h05 | 3:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 change | |
| 30499 · 7991 | 20:15 Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h30 | 8:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| 3:00 Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße | 6h30 | 9:30 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg to Zurich.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Salzburg to Zurich.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Salzburg to Zurich.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Zurich
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Buses from Salzburg to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 340 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Salzburg to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Zurich with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salzburg to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Zurich
Most Salzburg to Zurich buses use the Salzburg, P+R Süd to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) station pair, with some services arriving at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Zurich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Salzburg station do buses to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Salzburg, P+R Süd from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg, P+R Süd is 3 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg, P+R Süd bus station facilities and services
Salzburg, P+R Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Süd (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg, P+R Süd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg, P+R Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg, P+R Süd: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Salzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße from Salzburg city centre
Getting to Salzburg, Lastenstraße (Hbf) from Salzburg city centre
Which Zurich station do buses from Salzburg arrive at?
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
Most popular bus connections from Salzburg
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Most popular buses to and from Zurich and Salzburg
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