What is the travel distance from Zürich to Munich?

Zürich and Munich are 151 miles (243 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Zürich to Munich start their journey at Zürich Airport and wind up at ZOB Hackerbrücke. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Munich?

Once in Munich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are ESO Supernova Planetarium, Alte Pinakothek, Eisbachwelle, MUCA Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art and Allianz Arena & FC Bayern Experience Centre.

Bus Zürich to Munich from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Airport (ZLC)	5h	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	2:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	9:55am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 25m	2:20pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 20m	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	4:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Airport (ZLC)	5h	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	10:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 35m	8:00pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 50m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Airport (ZLC)	5h	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	11:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	2:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 20m	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50pm	Airport (ZLC)	3h 55m	7:45pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	11:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	2:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	4:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:50pm	Airport (ZLC)	3h 55m	7:45pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	11:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 50m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	12:20pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Airport (ZLC)	5h	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	10:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 35m	8:00pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 50m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35am	Airport (ZLC)	5h	4:35pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	10:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	5:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 35m	8:00pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 50m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Munich on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Airport (ZLC)	5h 20m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	3h 50m	10:50am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	Fastest
Bus	6:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 30m	11:00pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	3:15am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	5h 30m	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	4h 50m	12:50pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Munich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

150 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $129	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $194	Average Duration4h 59m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $43	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Munich?

Stops in Zürich

A
Zürich Airport
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B
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Stops in Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
Munich Airport
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C
Fröttmaning
Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
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D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich
E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany
F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,411 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,149 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

KLR Bus

4/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Munich by bus

What is the travel distance from Zürich to Munich?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Munich?
What are the best sights and things to do in Munich?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$69

11/22

$85

Today

$28

11/24

$18

11/25

$17

11/26

$19

11/27

$19

11/28

$24

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Munich was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $135 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-25.