What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Zurich is to rideshare which costs SFr 17 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Zurich. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Zürich HB via Lindau-Reutin and Bregenz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Munich to Zurich?

The distance between Munich and Zurich is 285 km. The road distance is 304.3 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Zurich without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 35.

How long does it take to get from Munich to Zurich?

The bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Station takes 3h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Munich to Zurich bus from?

Munich to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Zurich train from?

Munich to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Zurich?

The best way to get from Munich to Zurich is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 230 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Munich to Zurich bus arrive?

Munich to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Munich to Zurich train arrive?

Munich to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Zurich is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Munich to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Zurich?

Book your Munich to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Zurich?

Book your Munich to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1213+ hotels available in Zurich.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Zurich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Zurich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich to Zurich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Munich to Zurich by bus, train, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus X06 / ...
3h 50m
CHF 18–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Zurichrideshare 304.9 km
4h 1m
CHF 17
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain Re70
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
5h 26m
CHF 78–223
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Marienplatz to Flughafen Münchentrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
3h 18m
CHF 102–284
Train via Lustenau
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain Re70
2. Take the train from St. Margrethen SG to Zürich HBtrain Ir13 / ...
5h 54m
CHF 75–207
Drive 304.3 km
1. Drive from Munich to Zurichcar 304.3 km
3h 6m
CHF 50–72
Train, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Marienplatz to Flughafen Münchentrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
4h 32m
CHF 161–382

Munich to Zurich by bus

179Weekly Buses

3h 50mAverage Duration

CHF 18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.5 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost CHF 18–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Zürich HB via Lindau-Reutin and Bregenz in around 5h 26m.

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