Munich to Zurich

Munich to Zurich

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Munich to Zurich Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 29m
$696.42
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
02:30
07:10
$32.67
Bus
RegioJet
Standard
04:45
08:35
$17.71
Flight
Condor
Economy
05:50
11:55
$231.13
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
06:15
10:25
$18.29
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:35
18:35
$325.24
Flight
Air Dolomiti
Economy
06:55
11:40
$661.34
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
07:15
20:55
$517.38
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
07:40
08:40
$390.91
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
08:00
23:40
$84.05
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:20
13:10
$24.37
Flight
SWISS International Airlines
Economy
08:40
12:00
$644.72
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
09:00
14:05
$26.58
Flight
KLM
Economy
09:25
18:40
$308.24
Flight
Vueling
Economy
09:50
08:55
$114.69
Flight
Alitalia
Economy
10:10
16:00
$386.89
Flight
Vueling
Economy
10:30
21:20
$254.19
Flight
Alitalia
Economy
10:50
18:25
$139.14
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
11:15
12:15
$452.99
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
11:35
10:45
$135.65

How to get from Munich to Zurich

When you want to get from Munich to Zurich, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 765.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.95.

How far is Munich from Zurich?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Munich to Zurich. Your trip will be a total of 485 miles (780 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

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

The travel time from Munich to Zurich can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Munich to Zurich?

The cost of the trip from Munich to Zurich varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.95 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 765.74.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Munich to Zurich:

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.97 to USD 26.78;
  • Plane tickets - USD 159.52 to USD 985.07;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 675.35 to USD 766.17.

How many trips per day are there between Munich and Zurich?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 04:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:40. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Munich to Zurich any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Munich to Zurich. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 159.52.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Munich to Zurich

Air Europa, Air France, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, KLM, Lufthansa, Lufthansa, Pegasus Airlines, SWISS International Airlines, Vueling

Buses

Taking a bus from Munich to Zurich is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Munich to Zurich. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 675.35.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Munich to Zurich

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Munich to Zurich? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Munich to Zurich

Facts about the transport from Munich to Zurich

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure4:45 AM
Latest Departure9:40 PM
Departures per day20
Distance780 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Europa, Air France, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eurowings, FlixBus, KLM, Lufthansa, Lufthansa, Pegasus Airlines, RegioJet, SWISS International Airlines, Union Ivkoni International , Vueling