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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Zurich
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
13 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 46 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
789 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zurich will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.
Of the 4 buses that leave Budapest for Zurich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 789 km distance in an average of 15 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Budapest to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 789 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price | £222 Average Price |
17h 57m Average total duration 17h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zurich coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Zürich) | 09:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 21h45 | 07:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 change | |
| (Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> Zürich) | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 21h20 | 07:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 17h00 | 14:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 16h10 | 14:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 16h10 | 14:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 00:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h45 | 14:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Zurich
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Buses from Budapest to Zurich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £43 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 789 km distance in 14h 30m.
Distance 789 km |
Average bus duration 17h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Budapest to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Zurich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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