The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels to Zurich
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Zurich will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.
Of the 5 buses that leave Brussels for Zurich every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 493 km distance in an average of 13 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 493 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £187 Average Price | £258 Average Price |
12h 28m Average total duration 11h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Zurich coaches for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4740 | 19:10 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h10 | 04:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
4740 · 7991 | 19:10 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 12h35 | 07:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:15 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 19h30 | 14:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
4744 | 22:35 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 9h20 | 07:55 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 15h20 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Zurich
Buses from Brussels to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 493 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 493 km |
Average bus duration 11h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus from Brussels to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Zurich with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Brussels to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Zurich by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Brussels to Zurich, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Zurich
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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