Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | |||||
| Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| Airport (ZLC) | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:14 AM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$45 - $182 | Average Duration14h 10m | 10kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average Price$173 - $189 | Average Duration9h 41m | 10kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average Price$42 - $99 | Average Duration6h | 17kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Cologne?
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- 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 Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Cologne start from $45. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Zürich to Cologne is 14h 10m, covering a distance of 403 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Cologne?
A bus trip from Zürich to Cologne generates an estimated 10 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 Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zürich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Cologne was searched and found on Feb 10, 2026 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $179 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2026-02-12.
