How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Zürich start from $24. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Bologna to Zürich is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 240 miles (387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bologna to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , MarinoBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Zürich?

The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Zürich at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Zürich?

A bus trip from Bologna to Zürich generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bologna to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 893 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Zürich?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bologna to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is MarinoBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bologna to Zürich from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bologna to Zürich on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05am	Bologna Autostazione	7h 30m	6:35pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	3:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	6h 40m	9:40pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	11:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	16h	3:30pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	9h 5m	6:05am	ZURICH	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Bologna Autostazione	8h 10m	5:25pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:44 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bologna to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

239 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $139	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $227	Average Duration6h 21m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $64	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Zürich?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
Visit page
C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Stops in Zürich

A
Zürich Airport
Visit page
B
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
Visit page
C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,487 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5948 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

MarinoBus

4/5896 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.3

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,182 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

CH bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Zürich by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Zürich start from $24. The average price for this route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Bologna to Zürich is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 240 miles (387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Zürich at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Zürich?
A bus trip from Bologna to Zürich generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bologna to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 893 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bologna to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/29

$41

11/30

$48

Today

$30

12/02

$22

12/03

$22

12/04

$32

12/05

$24

12/06

$42

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $147 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Itabus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.