Bus Tickets from Mainz to Zürich

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Next departures for Mainz to Zürich on September 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Mainz
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeCheapest
Flixbus
Mainz
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeFastest
Flixbus
Mainz
Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Mainz to Zürich

Bus
Average PriceUS$30 - US$145Average Duration10h 10m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$48 - US$176Average Duration4h 42m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Mainz to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 4 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
4h 42mAverage Duration
US$48Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mainz to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$41
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance292 km
Latest bus departure10:40pm

Mainz to Zürich Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Mainz to Zürich.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Mainz to Zürich from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Zürich from Mainz, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Mainz - Zürich

  1. What is the travel distance from Mainz to Zürich?

    It's about 293 km (182 miles) from Mainz to Zürich.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Mainz to Zürich?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mainz, in Mainz, and end it at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, in Zürich.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-01
US$33
09-02
US$27
Today
US$30
09-04
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09-05
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09-06
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09-07
US$37
09-08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mainz to Zürich was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of US$27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mainz to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Mainz to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-09-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Mainz to Zürich but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Mainz to Zürich, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Mainz to Zürich.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Mainz to Zürich while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Mainz to Zürich?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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