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

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Zürich starts at R 558. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne 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 Cologne to Zürich?

The average travel time between Cologne and Zürich is around 12h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Cologne to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Zürich?

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

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

Buses travelling between Cologne and Zürich leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Zürich Airport, Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Schanzengasse, 12.

Bus Cologne to Zürich from R 513 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 55m	03:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 5m	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 50m	21:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	11:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 40m	00:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	15:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 30m	01:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	13h 45m	05:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 50m	08:45	Zurich Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:30 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 494, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

414 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 558 - R 3 829	Average duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 097 - R 4 999	Average duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 494 - R 1 124	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 346 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 131 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 Cologne and Zürich?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Zürich

A - Zürich Airport

B - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Zürich by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Zürich starts at R 558. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne 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 Cologne to Zürich?
The average travel time between Cologne and Zürich is around 12h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Zürich?
The number of buses from Cologne to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Zürich leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Zürich Airport, Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, 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

15/11

R 1 818

16/11

R 1 671

Today

R 752

18/11

R 554

19/11

R 544

20/11

R 546

21/11

R 1 106

22/11

R 1 317

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 544

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 R 544 to R 1 881 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 R 544, which is on 2025-11-19.