4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Zurich to Munich
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Munich will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 9 buses that leave Zurich for Munich on Sun, Nov 23, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €405 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Zurich to Munich Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Zurich to Munich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Munich buses for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 4740 · 51066 | 4:25 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 14h35 | 7:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 1 transfer | |
 FlixBus | 6:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 5h20 | 11:50 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 5h00 | 3:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 3h55 | 6:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Lyon -> Prague) | 7:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 3h50 | 11:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Bus from Zurich to Munich
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Buses from Zurich to Munich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Zurich to MunichYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Munich with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Zurich to Munich
Passengers wishing to travel from Zurich to Munich by bus have several options to choose from on any given day. Although bus service on this route is generally always direct, the travel time can vary. The quickest ride takes around three hours and 45 minutes, while other rides may take over five hours. Passengers can select between buses leaving at all hours of the day, including very early morning buses and occasional overnight service.
Which bus companies travel from Zurich to Munich?
Several bus companies provide service between Zurich and Munich. These include Eurolines.eu, Deutsche Bahn (DB) and FlixBus.
How long is the bus from Zurich to Munich?
The shortest trip by bus from Zurich to Munich takes a little under four hours. However, the average times for a direct trip around five hours. The time for bus trips requiring a change depends on the location of the city where the passenger switches buses as well as the length of the stopover.
How many buses are there from Zurich to Munich?
Passengers can choose between around 13 to over 20 buses traveling from Zurich to Munich on any given day, and most offer direct service. There are usually a number of very early and early morning buses, a few morning and early afternoon buses, several afternoon and early evening buses and a few late evening buses on any given day. Passengers can also occasionally book a bus that provides very late service as well.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Zurich to Munich?
Departure stations: Buses depart Zurich for Munich at several locations. Most bus service leaves from Bus-Parkplatz Sihlqual, which is located on Ausstellungsstrasse 15 very close to Zurich Main Train Station. DB buses depart directly from the Main Train Station itself, which is in the heart of the city center. The Main Train Station offers plenty of restaurants and shops to choose from as well as free WiFi.
Arrival station: All buses arrive at Munich's Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB), the city's central bus terminal. ZOB is located in the district Maxvorstadt, which is a little over a mile from the city center. Passengers can easily take public transportation into town and the bus terminal has several shops, cafes, and restaurants at hand.
FAQs: Bus from Zurich to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Munich by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marienplatz, the central square in Munich known for its historic buildings and the Glockenspiel show
- Nymphenburg Palace, a stunning baroque palace with expansive gardens and opulent interiors
- English Garden, one of the largest urban parks in the world, offering scenic walking paths and a famous beer garden
- Deutsches Museum, the world's largest museum dedicated to science and technology with interactive exhibits
- Viktualienmarkt, a vibrant daily food market offering a variety of local and international delicacies.
- Hofbräuhaus, a famous beer hall offering traditional Bavarian food and live music
- BMW Welt, an exhibition center showcasing the latest BMW models and offering interactive experiences
- Allianz Arena, a modern stadium known for its unique architecture and home to FC Bayern Munich
- Munich Residenz, the former royal palace of the Bavarian monarchs with lavish rooms and a treasury
- Olympiapark, a large park with sports facilities, a lake, and the iconic Olympic Tower offering panoramic views of the city.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zurich to Munich
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
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