Bus Tickets from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

TodayJul 29
from US$46
TomorrowJul 30
from US$44
ThuJul 31
from US$46
FriAug 1
from US$24
SatAug 2
from US$26
SunAug 3
from US$47
MonAug 4
from US$26
TueAug 5
from US$24

Next departures to Frankfurt am Main

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Airport (ZLC)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Frankfurt airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Main Train Station
    Operated by: MarinoBusMarinoBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Airport (ZLC)
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: FRA Frankfurt airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 30 at
    Departure city: Zürich
    Departure location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Südbahnhof
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

Bus
Average PriceUS$19 - US$110Average Duration7h 25m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$62 - US$188Average Duration4h 9m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$18 - US$46Average Duration4h 10m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
4h 10mAverage Duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zürich to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 25m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure1:45am
Distance289 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Zürich to Frankfurt am Main Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Frankfurt am Main

  1. What is the travel distance from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?

    It's about 307 km (190 miles) from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main.

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

    Buses departing from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße in Zürich will take you to Frankfurt Airport in Frankfurt am Main.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-27
US$55
07-28
US$47
Today
US$42
07-30
US$41
07-31
US$43
08-01
US$22
08-02
US$25
08-03
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually Flixbus (CH) 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Zürich and Frankfurt am Main!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main, 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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main.

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

Did you know?

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Zürich by bus?

Bus from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

You can also go to Frankfurt am Main by train

Train from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

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