4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Prague
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
15
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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 15 buses that leave Zurich for Prague every day 4 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 30 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 20 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 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 £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. 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 £31, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 526 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £149 Average Price |
10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg 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
Zurich to Prague bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Prague coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Prague
Switzerland
Czechia
Buses from Zurich to Prague run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 526 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 526 km |
Average bus duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 01:10 |
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 £31. 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- ČSAD Tišnov
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Assistance with boarding and alighting.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- ČSAD Tišnov
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- ČSAD Tišnov
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- ČSAD Tišnov
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- ČSAD Tišnov
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Prague
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
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- 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
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