The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Prague
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 42 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Prague will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
Of the 13 buses that leave Zurich for Prague every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 526 km distance in an average of 10 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 50 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, coach and flight for Zurich to Prague
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Prague 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 2h 20m. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 526 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price | £217 Average Price |
10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration 11h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Prague bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Prague coaches for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 11h50 | 18:20 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 12h00 | 18:30 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h40 | 20:10 Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:35 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h40 | 21:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h50 | 21:25 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h25 | 05:15 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 11h25 | 02:15 Prague, Central Train Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h35 | 06:55 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h20 | 06:40 Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h10 | 07:30 Praha, Zličín | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 12h55 | 08:20 Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 12h30 | 07:55 Praha, Na Knížecí | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Prague
Buses from Zurich to Prague run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 526 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 526 km |
Average bus duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: ČSAD Tišnov, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Nobless Line from Zurich to PragueYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Prague with ČSAD Tišnov, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Nobless Line for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Zurich to Prague
Taking coaches from Zurich to Prague is a comfortable and cost-effective way of travelling between the two cities. There is a choice of direct and connecting routes throughout the day with a similar amount of time spent on the coach. This varies from nine hours to ten and a half hours. There are regular departures with a similar timetable operating seven days a week. Departures are from Zurich Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai next to the city's main train station. Coaches complete their journeys at various points in Prague but the main termini are Prague Florenc Bus Station or Prague Wilsonova Train Station.
Which coach companies travel from Zurich to Prague?
Several companies operate coaches to Prague from Zurich. Most routes are provided by Flixbus or Deutsche Bahn with a few services operated by Eurolines or the Czech-owned CSAD Tisnov. All companies have modern fleets of buses with onboard toilets, WiFi, power outlets, air conditioning or heating and luggage storage space.
How long is the coach from Zurich to Prague?
All coaches to Prague from Zurich, whether direct or on connecting routes, take from nine hours to ten and a half hours. On connecting routes, one or two transfers are required and these are made at cities such as Munich, Nuremberg, Freiburg, Wurzburg and Stuttgart.
How many coaches are there from Zurich to Prague?
There are over 20 daily departures of coaches from Zurich to Prague. Coaches start leaving in the early hours of the morning with departures continuing until mid-evening. Evening departures arrive the following morning.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Zurich to Prague?
Departure bus station: Although it depends on the operator, coaches from Zurich to Prague usually depart from Zurich Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai, which is adjacent to Zurich Hbf Train Station and shares its services. Zurich Hbf is linked to the city centre by buses and trams and its facilities include car and bicycle parking, a taxi rank, toilets, left luggage storage, WiFi, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival bus station: Most coaches to Prague from Zurich complete their journey at either Prague Florenc Bus Station or Prague Wilsonova Train Station. Both are part of the city network of buses, local, regional and Metro trains. Both stations have a range of facilities that include taxi ranks, WiFi, currency exchange, toilets, ATMs, waiting areas, left luggage storage and a selection of shops and cafes.
FAQs: Zurich to Prague coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Prague, Central Train Station, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Prague
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Na Knížecí (in the station)
- Bistro Praha (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Knížete (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 137, 176, 191 Metro: B
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 135, 175, 207 Metro: C Train: All major s
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Florenc (in the station)
- Bistro Florenc (0.2 km)
- Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 133, 135, 175, 207 Metro: B, C
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Černý Most (in the station)
- Czech Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 177, 195, 201 Metro: B
- Bus: 131, 174, 180 Metro: A Train: S4, S5
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