How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich cost?

The bus ticket price from Budapest to Zürich starts at R 895. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Zürich?

The average travel time between Budapest and Zürich is around 16h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 790 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Zürich?

The number of buses from Budapest to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Zürich?

When taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich?

Buses travelling between Budapest and Zürich leave from Budapest Airport or Mexikói út and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

Bus Budapest to Zürich from R 918 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Budapest to Zürich on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:30	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	17h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
23:20	Kelenföld	15h 30m	14:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
10:15	Könyves Kálmán	16h 20m	02:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
21:15	Könyves Kálmán	15h 55m	13:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:05	Könyves Kálmán	15h 45m	14:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Zürich on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Könyves Kálmán	14h 5m	15:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
01:45	Könyves Kálmán	13h 45m	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	Fastest
06:45	Könyves Kálmán	19h 50m	02:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
21:15	Könyves Kálmán	14h 5m	11:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:05	Könyves Kálmán	15h 45m	14:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Zürich on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:15	Könyves Kálmán	13h 20m	21:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
01:45	Könyves Kálmán	14h 5m	15:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
13:45	Könyves Kálmán	17h 25m	07:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
19:40	Könyves Kálmán	13h 55m	09:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:05	Könyves Kálmán	14h 15m	13:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Budapest to Zürich on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Könyves Kálmán	14h 5m	15:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
08:15	Könyves Kálmán	13h 20m	21:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
13:45	Könyves Kálmán	17h 25m	07:10	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
19:40	Könyves Kálmán	13h 55m	09:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:05	Könyves Kálmán	14h 15m	13:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:11 AM CET.

Get from Budapest to Zürich

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 895, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

16h 5mAverage duration

794 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 260 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 104 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Zürich?

Stops in Budapest

A - Budapest Airport

B - Mexikói út

C - Népliget

D - Kelenföld

E - Könyves Kálmán

F - Nyugati

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Zürich by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Budapest to Zürich starts at R 895. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Zürich?
The average travel time between Budapest and Zürich is around 16h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 790 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Zürich?
The number of buses from Budapest to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Budapest and Zürich leave from Budapest Airport or Mexikói út and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/11

R 1 403

09/11

R 1 361

Today

R 1 360

11/11

R 1 255

12/11

R 1 172

13/11

R 1 172

14/11

R 1 073

15/11

R 1 070

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Zürich was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 070

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 070 to R 2 690 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 070, which is on 2025-11-15.

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