4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rotterdam to Zurich
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 23 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
585 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Zurich will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £103.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rotterdam 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 585 km distance in an average of 15 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 55 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 and coach for Rotterdam to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 585 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price | £332 Average Price |
13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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
Rotterdam to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Zurich coaches for today, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 17h55 | 08:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 15h15 | 08:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 4744 | 20:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 11h45 | 07:55 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 17h40 | 14:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 28 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h45 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:30 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 21h30 | 07:00 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 changes | |
| 1662 · 7991 | 10:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h20 | 07:45 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 change | |
| 1657 · 4740 | 14:02 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 14h18 | 04:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 change | |
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Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Zurich
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Buses from Rotterdam to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 585 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 585 km |
Average bus duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rotterdam to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Zurich with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Zurich coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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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