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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 $20, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$108 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $402 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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 Munich to Zurich:
A bus is $72 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Zurich costing on average $108 (€90).
A bus is $366 (€303) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Zurich costing on average $402 (€333).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Travel optionsfrom Munich to Zurich
How to get from Munich to Zurich by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Munich to Zurich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
(Prague -> Lyon)4:45 AM3h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:35 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$241One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- (Prague -> Lyon)4:45 AM3h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:35 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$241One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- LX11118:55 PM0h55Munich Airport9:50 PMZurich Airport$5811One-way0 transfers
Other options
- ICE 618 · 32683 · 3044 · RE 491311:40 PM9h15Munich Hbf8:55 AMZurich HB$471One-way3 transfers
- 3079 · R 25965 · S 3 · IR 22146:51 AM5h31Munich Hbf12:22 PMZurich HB$541One-way5 transfers
- ICE 1068 · 4243 · 17762+
S64:59 AM5h24Munich Hbf10:23 AMZurich HB$591One-way4 transfers
- FlixBus11:35 AM3h55Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:30 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)$321One-way0 transfers
473311:30 PM3h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:20 AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)$361One-way0 transfers- FlixBus1:20 PM5h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)6:45 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)$371One-way0 transfers
EW81 · EW7648:45 AM6h35Munich Airport3:20 PMZurich Airport$5161One-way1 transfer- EW7762+
EW71718:25 AM6h50Munich Airport3:15 PMZurich Airport$5351One-way1 transfer 
LH1688+LX14858:05 AM2h50Munich Airport10:55 AMZurich Airport$5421One-way1 transfer
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Travel from Munich to Zurich: Journey Details
People traveling from Munich to Zurich may choose between bus and train transport, depending on their individual travel requirements and the exact location they want to reach. The cities are too close to each other to make airplane travel a viable option. Visitors may also opt for a drive share option or hire a private rental car through a rental agency. Rental cars may be collected at the airport upon arrival. Travel by public transportation is a fast, affordable option and buses and trains offers comfort and luxury.
Return trips from Zurich to Munich are also available.
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This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Zurich:
A bus is $72 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Zurich costing on average $108 (€90).
A bus is $366 (€303) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Zurich costing on average $402 (€333).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
- Around 26 flights per day.
- Around 10 trains per day.
- Around 5 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Zurich as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
- Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus to go to Zurich by bus.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, TGV, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Arverio Bayern GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Zurich by train.
- Travel with Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Eurowings, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa, Vueling, Brussels Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti to go to Zurich by flight.
- 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus.
- 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
- 6 direct flights per day with Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti.
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