Bus Tickets from Cologne to Zürich

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TodayAug 7
TomorrowAug 8
from US$58
SatAug 9
from US$99
SunAug 10
from US$109
MonAug 11
from US$135
TueAug 12
from US$49
WedAug 13
from US$93
ThuAug 14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Airport (ZLC)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich Airport
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: August 9 at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Airport (ZLC)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Zürich

Bus
Average PriceUS$31 - US$246Average Duration11h 10m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$50 - US$273Average Duration5h 39m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$30 - US$66Average Duration6h
17kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
6hAverage Duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$55
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance421 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Cologne to Zürich Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cologne to Zürich, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Zürich

  1. What is the distance between Cologne and Zürich?

    The distance between Cologne and Zürich is approximately 414 km (257 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne will take you to 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
08-05
US$107
08-06
US$95
Today
US$90
08-08
US$54
08-09
US$92
08-10
US$101
08-11
US$125
08-12
US$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on Aug 12, 2025 with a price of US$45

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

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$220 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2025-08-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cologne and Zürich!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Zürich.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cologne to Zürich that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Zürich

You can also go to Zürich by train

Train from Cologne to Zürich

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