Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Friedrichshafen Central Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Friedrichshafen Central Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Friedrichshafen Central Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Friedrichshafen Central Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Friedrichshafen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Friedrichshafen. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£8 - £29 | Average duration2h 20m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£10 - £10 | Average duration1h 30m | 3kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Friedrichshafen?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Friedrichshafen
- A
Friedrichshafen Central Station
Bahnhofplatz 1, 88045 Friedrichshafen - C
Maybachplatz
Maybachpl. 2, 88045 Friedrichshafen, Germany - D
Friedrichshafen, Hafen (Bus)
Friedrichshafen Hafen, 88045 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 11513 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £8
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Zürich to Friedrichshafen
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Friedrichshafen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Zürich to Friedrichshafen start from £8. The average price for this route is around £11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Friedrichshafen?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Friedrichshafen is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 48 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Friedrichshafen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Friedrichshafen?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Friedrichshafen at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Friedrichshafen?
A bus journey from Zürich to Friedrichshafen produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Friedrichshafen was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Friedrichshafen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £22 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Friedrichshafen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-08.
