How to get from Frankfurt to Zurich
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Zurich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 08m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 699 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 €20, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
699 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €75Checked Sep 8 | 1h 08mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €35Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 21m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €24Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 5h 10m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€75Checked Sep 81h 08m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€35Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 21m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€24Omio catalogue, Sep 95h 10m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt 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.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Zurich Airportflight1h 08m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Frankfurt to Zurich
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
Departures from Frankfurt to Zurich
FlixBus runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:45 and the last at 20:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 11 | 00:45 | 20:00 |
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 Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusFrankfurt-Basel, Basel-ZurichBook →
CondorFrankfurt am Main-Zurich AirportSee live options and dates →
Deutsche BahnFrankfurt-BaselBook →
SBBBasel-ZurichBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Condor, Deutsche Bahn, SBB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Zurich works
Start with a flight from Frankfurt to Zurich, about 1h 8m. In total it's roughly €75 over 1h 8m, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Zurich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Zurich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 08m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Zurich from Frankfurt?
About 699 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Zurich cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €20 to €28. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Zurich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 08m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Zurich?
About 1h 08m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Zurich?
Frankfurt is FRA and Zurich is ZRH, so this route is usually written FRA to ZRH.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Zurich?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Condor, Deutsche Bahn, SBB.
Can you get from Frankfurt to Zurich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 58m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt 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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