How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start from $75. The average price for this route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Barcelona?

The average bus travel time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 835 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Zürich to Barcelona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?

The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona?

A bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Zürich to Barcelona?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Barcelona?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Zürich to Barcelona from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 5m	6:50pm	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 3h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	Airport (ZLC)	21h	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:50pm	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 3h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 5m	6:50pm	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 3h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	Airport (ZLC)	21h	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 5m	6:50pm	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55am	Sants	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 50m	2:55am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 30m	8:45am	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d 2h	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	23h 20m	2:55am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h 45m	8:45am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	4:05pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 2h	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 35m	7:25pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55am	Sants	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	9:55pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	11:50pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 35m	7:25pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	5:20pm	Airport (ZLC)	21h	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	9:55pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	16h 5m	6:50pm	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	5:20pm	Airport (ZLC)	21h	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:09 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

10h 40mAverage Duration

836 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $414	Average Duration19h 35m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$318 - $564	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$73 - $196	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Barcelona?

Stops in Zürich

A
Zürich Airport
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B
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Stops in Barcelona

A
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
Visit page
D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Visit page
F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,530 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,197 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/560,874 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Barcelona by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start from $75. The average price for this route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Barcelona?
The average bus travel time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 835 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Barcelona?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-04

$140

12-05

$153

Today

$143

12-07

$305

12-08

$120

12-09

$115

12-10

$120

12-11

$80

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Barcelona was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $80

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $80 to $322 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-11.