How to get from Salzburg to Zurich
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Salzburg to Zurich by price and travel time.
- 342 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 7h 15m
- 2 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
7h 15m
direct
Bus
€29
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 18 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Salzburg to Zurich. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 15m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 342 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €25, on Mon, Oct 12.
342 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €52Reading date not recorded | 7h 34m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €25Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 7h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€52Reading date not recorded7h 34m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€25Omio catalogue, Oct 207h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Salzburg to Zurich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Salzburg → Zurichbus
FlixBus·7h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Salzburg to Zurich
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 03:05 and the last at 05:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 03:05 | 05:05 |
All departures
- 03:05
- 05:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusSalzburg-ZurichBook →
ÖBBSalzburg-FeldkirchBook →Regional connectionFeldkirch-Zurich AirportBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, ÖBB, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Salzburg to Zurich works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Salzburg to Zurich, about 7h 15m. In total it's roughly €29 over 7h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Salzburg to Zurich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Salzburg to Zurich?
The most useful route takes about 7h 15m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Salzburg to Zurich?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 03:05 and the last at 05:05, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Salzburg to Zurich?
2 a day with FlixBus, between 03:05 and 05:05.
How far is Zurich from Salzburg?
About 342 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Salzburg to Zurich cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €29. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Salzburg to Zurich?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, ÖBB, Regional connection.
Can you get from Salzburg to Zurich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 5h 57m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Zurich?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 18 Oct 2026