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TomorrowApr 26
from $197
SatApr 27
from $66
SunApr 28
from $96
MonApr 29
from $85
TueApr 30
from $61
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FriMay 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $197
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Airport (ZLC)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $219
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $253
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Zurich
    Destination location: Sihlquai
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $242
Bus Madrid to Zurich: Trip Overview

Bus Madrid to Zurich: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$116
Average bus trip duration1d 4h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure2:50 PM
Distance766 miles (1235 km)
Latest bus departure11:25 PM

Madrid to Zurich Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures9
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:50PM - 11:25PM
Minimum Price$61
Average Ticket Price$116
Minimum Trip Duration22h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration1d4h
Distance766 miles (1235 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, ALSA, Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda., Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Zurich

The best way to travel from Madrid to Zurich is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

The travel time from Madrid to Zurich is about 1d 4h, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 22h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 774 miles (1249 km) that separate the two cities.

Madrid and Zurich are 774 miles (1249 km) apart.

On average, there are 9 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus, ALSA and Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda. The number of buses operating from Madrid to Zurich may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Madrid to Zurich by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 2:50 PM for the initial departure and runs until 11:25 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Zurich from Madrid, chances are that your bus will depart from Estación Sur and arrive at Sihlquai. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Madrid to Zurich by choosing to travel by bus. $64 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Zurich from Madrid.

The bus ticket costs $116 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $64 and $278, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Zurich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chinese Garden, The Old Town, Kunsthaus Zürich, Zürichsee and Swiss National Museum.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Madrid to Zurich. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Madrid to Zurich was searched and found on Apr 27, 2024 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $131 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Zurich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2024-04-27.

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 traveling from Madrid to Zurich.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 Zurich, 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 Zurich.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madrid to Zurich, 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 travelers 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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