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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | P+R Süd | CheapestFastest |
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Get from Zürich to Salzburg
The journey takes about 8 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 551, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Salzburg?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Salzburg
- A
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - BHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- C
Salzburg Airport
- D
Süd - Alpenstraße
Alpenstraße, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Salzburg by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Salzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Salzburg start at R 551. The average price for this route is around R 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Salzburg?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Salzburg is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 340 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Salzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Salzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Salzburg at 03:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Salzburg?
A bus trip from Zürich to Salzburg produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to Salzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zürich to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, 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.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Salzburg was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 503To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Salzburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 503 to R 1 050 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 503, which is on 2025-12-14.
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.
