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What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Zurich from Frankfurt am Main. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 55m
$27
$32
15
Train
3h 50m
$31
$34
136
Car
4h 0m
$27
$29
3
Flight
0h 55m
$256
$416
8

What is the cheapest way to reach Zurich from Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Zurich with just $27 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $31
Tuesday
from $27
Wednesday
from $31
Thursday
from $28
Friday
from $31
Saturday
from $30
Sunday
from $31

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    5:21 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:25 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • AirBaltic
    1h 0m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $295
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $295
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $295

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    5:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    8:35 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:30 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    12:50 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $27
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 20m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    7:20 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $27
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:20 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $32
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 36m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Edelweiss Air
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $256
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $325
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $325

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:30 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 36m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 32m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    1:22 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 21m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:26 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    11:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:50 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    6:51 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Edelweiss Air
    1h 0m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $511
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $511
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $511

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    5:21 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:00 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $544
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $544
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $544

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 10m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    1:10 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 50m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    5:21 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $258
  • AirBaltic
    0h 55m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $258
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 5m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $267

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 2m
    0
    6:24 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 34m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    1:22 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 21m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:26 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

What are the fastest trips from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

You can get to Zurich from Frankfurt am Main in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 0h 55m
Tuesday
from 0h 55m
Wednesday
from 3h 55m
Thursday
from 0h 55m
Friday
from 0h 55m
Saturday
from 0h 55m
Sunday
from 4h 21m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $295
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $500
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:40 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $500
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 32m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    1:22 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Edelweiss Air
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Edelweiss Air
    Economy
    from $256
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $329
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $329
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    6:51 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:20 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $32
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 20m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    7:20 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $27
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    12:50 PM
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $27
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:00 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 55m
    0
    12:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:00 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 55m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    6:00 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 21m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:26 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:30 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $57

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $511
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $589
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $589
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 35m
    0
    6:51 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    1:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    11:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $544
  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $544
  • Air Dolomiti
    0h 55m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $633
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 51m
    0
    6:09 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 6m
    0
    5:54 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 36m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    11:26 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $39
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:00 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    0h 55m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $258
  • AirBaltic
    0h 55m
    0
    2:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    AirBaltic
    Economy
    from $258
  • Lufthansa CityLine
    0h 55m
    0
    6:15 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    0
    Lufthansa CityLine
    Economy
    from $331
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3h 50m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 28m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 39m
    0
    5:21 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    10:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    6h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    5:20 PM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 21m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:26 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 34m
    0
    8:48 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    1:22 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $31
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 56m
    0
    8:26 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    1:22 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $35
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    2:10 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    12:45 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    7:00 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    3:55 AM
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

What are the most popular stations in Frankfurt am Main and Zurich?

In Frankfurt am Main, you will usually depart from Central Station, Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, while in Zurich you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zurich from Frankfurt am Main? With 13 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Frankfurt am Main and Zurich, you can pay as low as $27 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Swiss International Air Lines: you will get to Zurich in just 0h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Frankfurt am Main and Zurich are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Swiss International Air Lines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Frankfurt am Main and Zurich is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Neu-Isenburg or to Zollikon, and look at flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport, and landing at Zurich Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

The most popular companies between Frankfurt am Main and Zurich, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Swiss International Air Lines, Lufthansa, AirBaltic and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich

How can I reach Zurich from Frankfurt am Main?

Every day, there are on average 13 connections between Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Zurich from Frankfurt am Main.

How far is Zurich from Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Zurich is 189.6 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Frankfurt am Main and Zurich?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 75 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

You can get to Zurich with just $27 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Zurich?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zurich in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines.

More routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Zurich

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Zurich. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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