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There are 6 ways to get from Munich to Zürich by bus, train, rideshare, car or plane

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Bus  •  3h 50m

  1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Station X06 / ...

5 alternative options

Train  •  5h

  1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof Re70 / ...
  2. Take the train from Lindau-Reutin to Zuerich Hb Ec

Rideshare  •  4h 1m

  1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Zurich 315.7 km

Drive  •  3h 3m

  1. Drive from Munich to Zürich 315.4 km

Fly to Zurich  •  3h 6m

  1. Fly from Munich (MUC) to Zurich (ZRH) MUC - ZRH

Fly to Basel, train  •  4h 10m

  1. Fly from Munich (MUC) to Basel (BSL) MUC - BSL
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB

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The cheapest way to get from Munich to Zürich is to rideshare which costs €19 and takes 4h 1m.

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The fastest way to get from Munich to Zürich is to drive. Taking this option will cost €55 - €85 and takes 3h 3m.

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

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

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The distance between Munich and Zürich is 242 km. The road distance is 315.4 km.

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The best way to get from Munich to Zürich without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs €15 - €35.

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

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

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Munich to Zürich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, depart from München Hbf station.

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The best way to get from Munich to Zürich is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs €15 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs €95 - €290 and takes 3h 6m.

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Map of how to get from Munich to Zürich.
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  • Distance: 241.9 km
  • Duration: 3h 50m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost SFr 24 - SFr 35 and the journey takes 3h 50m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Munich to Zürich via Lindau-Reutin in around 5h.

Airlines
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Munich to Zurich
Ave. Duration
56 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
SFr 200 - SFr 700
Flights from Munich to Basel
Ave. Duration
55 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
SFr 180 - SFr 470
Swiss
Website
swiss.com
Flights from Munich to Zurich
Ave. Duration
56 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
SFr 200 - SFr 700
Flights from Munich to Basel
Ave. Duration
55 min
When
Every day
Estimated price
SFr 180 - SFr 470
Train operators
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH
Phone
+49 821 899825-44
Email
servus@go-ahead.bayern
Website
go-ahead.bayern
Train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof
Ave. Duration
2h 47m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Website
Go-Ahead Bayern GmbH
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
TGV inOui
Phone
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website
en.oui.sncf
Train from Basel Sbb to Zuerich Hb
Ave. Duration
53 min
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
SFr 21 - SFr 50
Website
https://www.sncf.com/en
2nd Class
SFr 21 - SFr 28
1st Class
SFr 35 - SFr 50
TGC Lyria
Phone
+33 (0) 1 84 94 36 35
Email
info@lyria.com
Website
tgv-lyria.com
Train from Basel to Zürich
Ave. Duration
1h
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
SFr 19 - SFr 27
Website
https://www.tgv-lyria.com/fr/en
Bus operators
FlixBus
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Station
Ave. Duration
3h 50m
Frequency
Every 2 hours
Estimated price
SFr 24 - SFr 35
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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RegioJet
Phone
+420 222 222 221
Email
info@regiojet.cz
Website
regiojet.com
Bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai
Ave. Duration
3h 50m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
SFr 14 - SFr 21
Website
https://regiojet.com/
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone
+3 318 576 2228
Website
blablacar.com
Rideshare from Munich to Zurich
Ave. Duration
4h 1m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
SFr 18
Book at
blablacar.co.uk

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The quickest flight from Munich Airport to Zurich Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.

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

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Munich to Zürich train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Zürich is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Munich to Zürich.

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Swiss and Lufthansa offer flights from Munich Airport to Zurich Airport.

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

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There are 659+ hotels available in Zürich. Prices start at SFr 70 per night.

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

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The best way to get from Munich to Munich Airport is to train which takes 36 min and costs €7 - €11.

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