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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Cologne
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Cologne will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 buses that leave Zurich for Cologne 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 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 25 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 Zurich to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 413 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £164 Average Price |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m 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
Zurich to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Cologne coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 19h15 | 05:20 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 19h25 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Cologne
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Buses from Zurich to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 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 11h 20m.
Distance 413 km |
Average bus duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Zurich to CologneYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Cologne with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Cologne
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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
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