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What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Madrid?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Madrid from Zurich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
25h 15m
£41
£84
7
Flight
2h 25m
£69
£118
137

What is the cheapest way to reach Madrid from Zurich?

You can reach Madrid with just £41 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £69
Thursday
from £41
Friday
from £95
Saturday
from £83
Sunday
from £57
Monday
from £87
Tuesday
from £54

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Skyscanner
    11h 40m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £69
  • ITA Airways
    15h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £122
  • Air Serbia
    19h 5m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    15:45
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £124
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    2h 25m
    0
    06:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £127
  • Royal Air Maroc
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Royal Air Maroc
    Economy
    from £156
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £81

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    28h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    26h 50m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    25h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
  • FlixBus
    41h 5m
    0
    15:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £100
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130
  • FlixBus
    25h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £142

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 15m
    0
    09:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £83
  • Vueling Airlines
    15h 45m
    0
    21:35
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    13:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £133
  • Air Serbia
    22h 15m
    0
    15:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    13:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £142
  • TAP Portugal
    17h 20m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    23:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £159
  • Lufthansa
    12h 25m
    0
    11:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £159
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98
  • FlixBus
    26h 30m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £99
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:20
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £99
  • FlixBus
    28h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £115

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £57
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:20
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    26h 30m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £142

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 20m
    0
    10:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £87
  • Aeronova
    2h 25m
    0
    18:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from £96
  • Air Europa
    2h 25m
    0
    18:30
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    20:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £99
  • TAP Portugal
    14h 10m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £106
  • Air Serbia
    7h 55m
    0
    09:35
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £108

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    26h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £66
  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72

What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Madrid?

You can get to Madrid from Zurich in just 2h 25m with a Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 25m
Thursday
from 25h 15m
Friday
from 25h 15m
Saturday
from 12h 25m
Sunday
from 26h 30m
Monday
from 2h 25m
Tuesday
from 26h 35m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    2h 25m
    0
    06:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £127
  • Royal Air Maroc
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Royal Air Maroc
    Economy
    from £156
  • Skyscanner
    11h 40m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £69
  • ITA Airways
    15h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £122
  • Air Serbia
    19h 5m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    15:45
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £124
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £81

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    25h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    26h 50m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    28h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    25h 15m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £142
  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130
  • FlixBus
    41h 5m
    0
    15:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £100

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    12h 25m
    0
    11:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:50
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £159
  • EasyJet Airline
    14h 15m
    0
    09:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    23:40
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £83
  • Vueling Airlines
    15h 45m
    0
    21:35
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    13:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £133
  • TAP Portugal
    17h 20m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    23:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £159
  • Air Serbia
    22h 15m
    0
    15:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    13:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £142
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    26h 30m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £99
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:20
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £99
  • FlixBus
    28h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £106
  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £98
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    20:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:55
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £115

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    26h 30m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £142
  • FlixBus
    26h 45m
    0
    10:35
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    13:20
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £67
  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £57

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Aeronova
    2h 25m
    0
    18:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from £96
  • Air Europa
    2h 25m
    0
    18:30
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    20:55
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from £99
  • Air Serbia
    7h 55m
    0
    09:35
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £108
  • EasyJet Airline
    9h 20m
    0
    10:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:25
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £87
  • TAP Portugal
    14h 10m
    0
    06:10
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:20
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    0
    TAP Portugal
    Economy
    from £106

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    26h 35m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • FlixBus
    28h 10m
    0
    06:05
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    10:15
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £66
  • FlixBus
    34h 25m
    0
    22:15
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich to Madrid

What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Madrid?

In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Altstetten, while in Madrid you will be arriving at Atocha Train Station, Chamartin Train Station or Sur Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Madrid from Zurich? With 5 connections between 1 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Zurich and Madrid, you can pay as low as £41 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos: you will get to Madrid in just 2h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Zurich and Madrid are FlixBus, Air Serbia and EasyJet Airline, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Zurich and Madrid is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Zollikon or to Delicias, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Zurich to Madrid?

The most popular companies between Zurich and Madrid, are FlixBus, Air Serbia and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Air Serbia, EasyJet Airline, TAP Portugal and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Madrid

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich to Madrid. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich to Madrid

How can I reach Madrid from Zurich?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Madrid from Zurich.

How far is Madrid from Zurich?

The distance between Zurich and Madrid is 1,246.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich and Madrid?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 34 kgs of CO2, a train 44 kgs, a car 212 kgs, and a flight 307 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Madrid?

You can get to Madrid with just £41 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Madrid?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Madrid in just 2h 25m with a Flight from Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos.

More routes to Zurich and to Madrid

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich and to Madrid. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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