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What is the best way to travel from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses, Carpool and Flights for the journey to Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 0m
$34
$36
1
Train
10h 18m
$76
$87
10
Car
4h 0m
$33
$33
1
Flight
0h 55m
$83
$316
11

What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just $33 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
from $96
Thursday
from $85
Friday
from $83
Saturday
from $98
Sunday
from $38
Monday
from $100
Tuesday
from $33

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $96
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 5m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $235
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $490

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $85
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $193
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $492

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $83
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 10m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $394
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $394
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 18m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:08 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $84
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 49m
    0
    12:19 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:08 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $96
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 37m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:52 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $119

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $98
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $192
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 10m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $218

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $83
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 10m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    8:05 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $414
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $414

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $100
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $196
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from $227

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    4:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $33
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 47m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:37 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 41m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:31 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 3m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:18 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $80
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $161
  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $192
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $194

What are the fastest trips from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Condor. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 0h 55m
Thursday
from 0h 55m
Friday
from 0h 55m
Saturday
from 0h 55m
Sunday
from 0h 55m
Monday
from 0h 55m
Tuesday
from 0h 55m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $96
  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $490
  • Cityjet
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $490

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    6:10 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $85
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    1:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $193
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    11:20 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $492

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    6:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $83
  • Cityjet
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Cityjet
    Economy
    from $394
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $394
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 18m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:08 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $84
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 37m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:52 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $119
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 49m
    0
    12:19 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:08 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $96

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $98
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $192
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $420

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $83
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $414
  • Lufthansa
    1h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $414
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $100
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $196
  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    6:05 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:05 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $428

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from $192
  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    3:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $161
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    7:55 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $194
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 0m
    0
    12:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    4:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $33
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 41m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:31 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10h 47m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:37 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 3m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:18 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $80
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main

What are the most popular stations in Zurich Airport and Frankfurt am Main?

In Zurich Airport, you will usually depart from Zurich Airport or Zurich Airport Central Station, while in Frankfurt am Main you will be arriving at Central Station, Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop or Central 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 Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport? With 6 connections between 3 Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight 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 Airport and Frankfurt am Main, you can pay as low as $33 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 Condor: you will get to Frankfurt am Main in just 0h 55m.

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 Airport and Frankfurt am Main are Deutsche Bahn, Condor and Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos, 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 Airport and Frankfurt am Main 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 Rümlang or to Neu-Isenburg, and look at flights from , and landing at Frankfurt am Main 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 Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

The most popular companies between Zurich Airport and Frankfurt am Main, are Deutsche Bahn, Condor and Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Condor, Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos, Lufthansa and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main. 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 Airport to Frankfurt am Main

How can I reach Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train, Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport.

How far is Frankfurt am Main from Zurich Airport?

The distance between Zurich Airport and Frankfurt am Main is 183.4 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich Airport and Frankfurt am Main?

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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just $33 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

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 Frankfurt am Main in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Condor.

More routes to Zurich Airport and to Frankfurt am Main

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

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