Bus Zurich to Frankfurt am Main: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$25

tomorrow

$31

Saturday

$31

Sunday

$32

Monday

$32

Tuesday

$28

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 10m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	6h 20m	11:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:50 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 11:30:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	6h 45m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/10/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/10/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 15m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:00 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	7h 10m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	7h 5m	6:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	1:55 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 6:50:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 45m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
FlixBus	6h 40m	11:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/11/2026 11:25:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 15m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:00 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	7h 5m	6:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	1:55 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 6:50:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	7h 10m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	6h 45m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
FlixBus	6h 40m	11:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/12/2026 11:25:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 5m	6:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	1:55 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 6:50:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 45m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
FlixBus	7h 10m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/14/2026 12:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	6h 15m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:00 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	6h 40m	11:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/13/2026 11:25:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	7h 5m	6:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	1:55 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/14/2026 6:50:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/14/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 15m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:00 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/14/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/14/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	6h 40m	11:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/14/2026 11:25:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
FlixBus	7h 10m	5:05 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	12:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/14/2026 5:05:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 12:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
FlixBus	6h 20m	11:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:50 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/14/2026 11:30:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 40m	11:25 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	6:05 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/15/2026 11:25:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
FlixBus	7h 5m	6:50 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	1:55 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/15/2026 6:50:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
FlixBus	6h 45m	4:00 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	10:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/15/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 10:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
FlixBus	6h 20m	11:30 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	5:50 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/15/2026 11:30:00 PM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/16/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
FlixBus	6h 15m	1:45 AM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	8:00 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 9/15/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) arriving at 9/15/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 11 buses from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main, while Night sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/8/2026 costs just $23, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus	$23
Fastest Bus	6h 15m
Earliest Bus	4:00 PM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	189.6 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Zurich for Frankfurt am Main: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/10/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$24

Friday 09/11

$32

Saturday 09/12

$32

Sunday 09/13

$32

Monday 09/14

$27

Tuesday 09/15

$28

Wednesday 09/16

$26

Thursday 09/17

$25

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

$27

Sunday 09/20

$29

Monday 09/21

$23

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$27

Saturday 09/26

$26

Sunday 09/27

$27

Monday 09/28

$28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

$32

Thursday 10/01

$28

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $23, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

These are the most booked bus companies between Zurich to Frankfurt am Main from our users.

FlixBus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Zurich to Frankfurt am Main:

Cheapest Price	$25
Fastest Bus	6h 15m
Earliest Bus	4:00 PM
Last Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	8/7/2026

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Frankfurt am Main

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Frankfurt am Main.

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Kinkelstrasse

Goldauerstrasse

Central Polybahn

Rathaus

Central Bus Station

Karlsruher Straße 10

Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop

Stuttgarter Str.

Seilerstraße Bus Stop

Stresemannallee/Mörfelder Landstr. Bus Stop

Baseler Platz Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main? Compare all modes of transports from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Frankfurt am Main? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main bus

How much does a Zurich Frankfurt am Main bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 7h 10m to reach Frankfurt am Main. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $55. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Frankfurt am Main.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $31. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest bus arriving in Frankfurt am Main from Zurich starts at 4:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Frankfurt am Main starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Frankfurt am Main route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Frankfurt am Main bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Frankfurt am Main bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Frankfurt am Main

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zurich and to Frankfurt am Main

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zurich and to Frankfurt am Main. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!