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

The bus ticket price from Zürich to Madrid starts at R 1 567. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Madrid 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 Zürich to Madrid?

The average travel time between Zürich and Madrid is around 1d 9h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1249 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Zürich to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Madrid?

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

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

Buses travelling between Zürich and Madrid leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport, Estación Sur, Avenida de América Metro.

Bus Zürich to Madrid from R 1 502 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Zürich to Madrid on 11 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Airport (ZLC)	1d 17h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 8h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	15:50	Airport (ZLC)	1d 16h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Madrid on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 4h	10:15	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	07:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 1h	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 8h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	20:25	Airport (ZLC)	1d 11h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	20:25	Airport (ZLC)	1d 12h	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Madrid on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 2h	13:20	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	06:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 2h	08:40	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 8h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	20:25	Airport (ZLC)	1d 11h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	20:25	Airport (ZLC)	1d 12h	08:40	Madrid (South)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:45 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 611, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

16hAverage duration

1248 kmDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 567 - R 6 750	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 611 - R 1 908	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 277 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 107 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 11107 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 577

BlaBlaCar Bus Zürich Madrid recent customer reviews

The bus attendant got me off the bus giving me false information that it was Mompelier and it turned out to be Dennis.

Richard P.

25 October 2025

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

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Madrid?

Stops in Zürich

A - Zürich Airport

B - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Estación Sur

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Madrid by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Zürich to Madrid starts at R 1 567. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Madrid 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 Zürich to Madrid?
The average travel time between Zürich and Madrid is around 1d 9h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1249 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Madrid?
The number of buses from Zürich to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Zürich to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Zürich and Madrid leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport, Estación Sur, Avenida de América Metro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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Today

R 2 964

12/11

R 1 953

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R 2 413

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R 1 911

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R 2 477

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Madrid was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 911

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 911 to R 4 264 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 911, which is on 2025-11-14.