Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Zürich on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeCheapestFastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Südbahnhof
    Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags
    Flixbus
    Frankfurt Hbf
    Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      Südbahnhof
      Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      4h 10mAverage Duration
      306 kmDistance
      13kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$30 - $173Average Duration7h 10m
      7kg CO₂e
      Average Price$54 - $337Average Duration4h 33m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average Price$43 - $72Average Duration4h 10m
      13kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich start from $30. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Zürich route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, MarinoBus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 893 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MarinoBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      12-01
      $42
      12-02
      $56
      Today
      $41
      12-04
      $34
      12-05
      $39
      12-06
      $35
      12-07
      $34
      12-08
      $35
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $34

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich, as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from $34 to $130 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-04.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

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