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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Zurich
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Zurich will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cologne 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 413 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 £22, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 413 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg 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
Cologne to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Zurich coaches for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h05 | 14:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 18h45 | 17:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Zurich
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Buses from Cologne to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 413 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 413 km |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Cologne to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Zurich with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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 Cologne and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParking
DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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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