How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Zürich start from $43. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Vienna to Zürich is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 369 miles (596 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Vienna to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni , Deutsche Bahn Regio .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Zürich?

The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Zürich at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Zürich?

A bus trip from Vienna to Zürich generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Vienna to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Zürich?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Vienna to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Vienna to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vienna to Zürich from $39 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Vienna to Zürich on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	Erdberg	10h 45m	7:10am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	11:30am	Erdberg	10h 10m	9:40pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	4:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	10h 55m	3:30pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Erdberg	10h 30m	3:30pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	2:20am	Hbf	13h 10m	3:30pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:37 PM CET.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

12h 10mAverage Duration

369 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $146	Average Duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$97 - $162	Average Duration9h 32m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Zürich?

Stops in Vienna

A
Vienna Airport
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B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
D
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
Visit page
E
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
Visit page
F
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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Stops in Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Visit page
B
Zürich Airport
Visit page
C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,200 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,414 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,979 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Deutsche Bahn Regio

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

CH bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Zürich start from $43. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Vienna to Zürich is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 369 miles (596 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Deutsche Bahn Regio.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Zürich at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Zürich?
A bus trip from Vienna to Zürich generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Vienna to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Vienna to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Vienna to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

02/09

$72

02/10

$69

Today

$58

02/12

$55

02/13

$63

02/14

$58

02/15

$58

02/16

$49

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Zürich was searched and found on Feb 16, 2026 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $112 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2026-02-16.