4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Zurich
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Zurich will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 buses that leave Nice 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 419 km distance in an average of 11 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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.
473419:208h40Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)4:00Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus8:2013h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)21:20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£1081One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus8:5012h30Nice, Gare Routière Vauban21:20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£1091One-way1 change
- 473419:208h40Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)4:00Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)£401One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:5012h30Nice, Gare Routière Vauban21:20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£1091One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:2013h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)21:20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)£1081One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nice to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 419 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £183 Average Price | £140 Average Price |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Zurich coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 13h00 | 21:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 12h30 | 21:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
 Normal | 19:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur | 8h40 | 4:00 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4734 | 19:20 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h40 | 4:00 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Zurich
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Buses from Nice to Zurich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 419 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 419 km |
Average bus duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur from Nice to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Nice to Zurich with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Lignes d'Azur for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Zurich
Most Nice to Zurich buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) station pair, with some services arriving at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). Use this guide to compare Nice and Zurich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nice station do buses to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) from Nice city centre
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) bus station facilities and services
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nice, Gare Routière Vauban from Nice city centre
Getting to Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur from Nice city centre
Which Zurich station do buses from Nice arrive at?
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
Most popular bus connections from Nice
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