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Lufthansa
EUR 70-30055m - 1h 7m
Depart: Multiple times daily (e.g., early morning to late evening)Arrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights connecting Munich and Zurich with a major European airline.
Flights typically depart from Munich Airport (MUC) and arrive at Zurich Airport (ZRH). Prices can vary significantly based on booking time and fare class.
SWISS
EUR 70-30055m - 1h 7m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights offered by Switzerland's national airline between Munich and Zurich.
SWISS flights operate from Munich Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Look for flexible ticket options if travel plans might change.
Air Dolomiti
EUR 85-30055m - 1h 7m
Depart: Several daily departures, including specific days like Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and SaturdayArrive: Varies by departure
Regional airline operating direct flights on this route, often in partnership with Lufthansa.
Air Dolomiti flights typically depart from Munich Airport (MUC) and arrive at Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Train via
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
EUR 35-1503h 32m - 5h 7m (direct services are faster)
Depart: Multiple times daily (up to 33-40 trains per day)Arrive: Varies by departure
High-speed and intercity train services connecting Munich and Zurich.
Direct trains, such as EuroCity (EC) and EuroCity Express (ECE) services, offer faster journey times without transfers. Trains depart from München Hauptbahnhof (München Hbf) and arrive at Zürich Hauptbahnhof (Zürich HB). Booking in advance can often secure better prices.
ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways)
EUR 40-1503h 33m - 5h 7m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
International train services, often in collaboration with Deutsche Bahn, on the Munich-Zurich route.
ÖBB EuroCity (EC) trains provide direct connections between Munich Hbf and Zürich HB. Services typically offer comfortable seating and space for luggage.
Bus via
FlixBus
EUR 15-503h 45m - 4h 50m
Depart: Hourly departures (15+ rides daily)Arrive: Varies by departure
Frequent and affordable long-distance bus services between Munich and Zurich.
Buses typically depart from Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive at Zurich Bus Station (Sihlquai). Some FlixBus routes may include a scenic car ferry crossing over Lake Constance. Free Wi-Fi and power sockets are usually available onboard.
BlaBlaCar Bus
EUR 20-554h 05m - 4h 30m
Depart: Multiple daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Another option for intercity bus travel, offering competitive fares on the Munich to Zurich route.
BlaBlaCar Bus services generally operate from major bus stations in Munich to Zurich. Booking in advance is recommended for the best prices.
Drive via
Self-drive
Fuel: EUR 40-70; Tolls/Vignette: CHF 40 (annual vignette for Switzerland)3h 30m - 4h 45m (excluding stops and heavy traffic)
Depart: Any timeArrive: Any time
Driving provides flexibility for exploring the region at your own pace.
The driving distance is approximately 303-325 km. Germany's autobahns generally do not have tolls for passenger cars. However, a Swiss motorway vignette is mandatory for using Switzerland's national motorways and costs approximately CHF 40 for a year, purchased at the border or online. One-way car rentals between non-EU Switzerland and EU Germany can incur significant drop-off fees, so consider a round trip rental or dropping off near the border if applicable.
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