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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Munich
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Munich will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zurich for Munich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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 Zurich to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 242 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £375 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Munich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Munich coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10:35 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 5h00 | 15:35 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 3h55 | 18:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
| 03:15 Zurich | 5h30 | 08:45 Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Zurich to Munich
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Buses from Zurich to Munich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Zurich to MunichYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Munich with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Munich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Munich
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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