How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Zürich cost?

The bus ticket price from Madrid to Zürich starts at R 1 750. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Zürich?

The average travel time between Madrid and Zürich is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1249 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Zürich?

The number of buses from Madrid to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Zürich?

When taking the bus from Madrid to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Zürich?

Buses travelling between Madrid and Zürich leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

Bus Madrid to Zürich from R 1 866 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Zürich on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 3h	19:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Madrid (South)	1d 2h	23:45	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	1d 4h	19:45	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 4h	19:45	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	1d 4h	20:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:40 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid 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 1 day, 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 750, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1248 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 750 - R 6 434	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 410 - R 1 410	Average duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 136 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Zürich?

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Zürich by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Madrid to Zürich starts at R 1 750. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Zürich?
The average travel time between Madrid and Zürich is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1249 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Zürich?
The number of buses from Madrid to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Madrid to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Madrid and Zürich leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

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

Best price found

16/11

R 2 660

17/11

R 2 418

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R 1 920

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R 2 032

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The cheapest trip from Madrid to Zürich was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 920

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 920 to R 3 963 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 920, which is on 2025-11-20.