How to get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
- 77 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 2h 20m
- 8 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
2h 20m
direct
Bus
€11
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Zurich to Friedrichshafen. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 20m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 77 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
77 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €31Reading date not recorded | 4h 06m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €5Omio catalogue, Sep 26 | 2h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€31Reading date not recorded4h 06m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€5Omio catalogue, Sep 262h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Zurich to Friedrichshafen: 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.
- 1Zurich Airport → Friedrichshafenbus
FlixBus·2h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Zurich to Friedrichshafen
FlixBus runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:05 and the last at 14:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 06:05 | 14:45 |
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 Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusZurich Airport-FriedrichshafenBook →
SBBZurich-St. GallenBook →Airport shuttle busSankt Gallen Altenrhein Airport-FriedrichshafenBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Zurich to Friedrichshafen works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Zurich Airport to Friedrichshafen, about 2h 20m. In total it's roughly €11 over 2h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Zurich to Friedrichshafen: common questions
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen?
The most useful route takes about 2h 20m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Zurich to Friedrichshafen?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:05 and the last at 14:45, from Zurich Airport, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Zurich to Friedrichshafen?
8 a day with FlixBus, between 06:05 and 14:45.
Which station does the bus from Zurich to Friedrichshafen leave from?
Zurich Airport with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Friedrichshafen from Zurich?
About 77 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Zurich to Friedrichshafen cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €11. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Zurich to Friedrichshafen?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Friedrichshafen?
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: 25 Sep 2026