Bus Tickets from Madrid to Zürich

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Next departures for Madrid to Zürich on October 9
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BlaBlaCar Bus
Estación Sur
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Zürich

Bus
Average PriceUS$110 - US$317Average Duration1d 4h
31kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$80 - US$80Average Duration18h 10m
52kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Madrid to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
US$110Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$165
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance1247 km
Latest bus departure8:50pm

Madrid to Zürich Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Zürich from Madrid, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Zürich

  1. What is the distance between Madrid and Zürich?

    The distance between Madrid and Zürich is approximately 1249 km (774 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madrid to Zürich?

    Buses departing from Estación Sur in Madrid will take you to Sihlquai - Limmatstraße in Zürich.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-06
US$103
10-07
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Today
US$136
10-09
US$171
10-10
US$117
10-11
US$157
10-12
US$118
10-13
US$116
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Zürich was searched and found on Oct 6, 2025 with a price of US$103

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

You can expect to pay from US$103 to US$217 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$116 which is on 2025-10-13.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Madrid to Zürich.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Madrid to Zürich, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madrid to Zürich.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madrid to Zürich, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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