Bus from Vienna to Zürich: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vienna to Zürich on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Erdberg
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeCheapest
FlixbusBus
Erdberg
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeFastest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Airport (ZLC)No tags
FlixbusBus
Erdberg
Airport (ZLC)No tags
FlixbusBus
Hbf
Airport (ZLC)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
12h 10mAverage Duration
606 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$57 - $246Average Duration12h 10m
15kg CO₂e
Average Price$105 - $632Average Duration9h 32m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Zürich by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Zürich start from $57. The average price for this route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Zürich?

    The average bus travel time from Vienna to Zürich is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 606 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Vienna to Zürich route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Deutsche Bahn Regio.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vienna to Zürich?

    The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Zürich at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Zürich?

    A bus trip from Vienna to Zürich generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Vienna to Zürich?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Zürich?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vienna to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$77
11-28
$87
Today
$72
11-30
$77
12-01
$72
12-02
$69
12-03
$65
12-04
$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $217 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-03.

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