- Must visit
Mozart's Birthplace
Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Salzburg will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 211 miles (340 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $610 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Salzburg:
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Salzburg costing on average $121 (€98).
A bus is $554 (€447) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Salzburg costing on average $610 (€492).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 46m.
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€45) compared to roughly $123 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€54). The journey takes 6h 27m versus 4h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Salzburg buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h10 | 9:15 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 8h05 | 11:55 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 8h15 | 3:45 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Zurich to Salzburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Historic townhouse museum on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756, displaying original rooms, instruments, and family memorabilia.
Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, Cathedral Museum, and St. Peter’s areas, offering a strong introduction to Salzburg’s princely-archiepiscopal history.
Museum in the Mozart family’s later Salzburg home with exhibitions on Mozart’s life, manuscripts, and historical instruments.
Salzburg’s most famous old-town shopping street, known for wrought-iron guild signs, narrow passageways, and Mozart associations.
Formal palace gardens with geometric flower beds, statues, and iconic views toward the fortress; especially popular for photos.
Wooded hill with panoramic walking paths and classic viewpoints over the old town, popular for sunsets and elevated city photos.
A famous Salzburg dessert of sweet soufflé-like dumplings, traditionally baked to resemble the city’s surrounding hills. It is one of Salzburg’s signature specialties.
Small Alpine egg dumplings tossed with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. A hearty Austrian dish commonly eaten in Salzburg and the surrounding region.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet served with lemon and potato salad or parsley potatoes. While associated with Austria broadly, it is a classic dish widely enjoyed in Salzburg.
A famous traditional beer hall with a lively local atmosphere, house beer, and classic Austrian dishes served in a communal setting.
Historic restaurant in the St. Peter district, known for refined Austrian cuisine, elegant dining rooms, and a long culinary tradition.
Established traditional restaurant near the old town, appreciated for Salzburg and Austrian specialties in a cozy, rustic setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and tourist-area dining, though bakeries and lunch specials help cut costs.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is common for good service by handing the total directly to the server.
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