What's the distance between Cologne and Zürich by coach?

The journey from Cologne to Zürich by coach covers an approximate distance of 257 miles (414 km).

What is the best way to go from Cologne to Zürich without flying?

To travel from Cologne to Zürich without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Cologne to Zürich from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	8h 55m	03:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 15m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	22:40	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	11h 10m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 50m	21:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	15:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	10h 30m	01:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	13h 45m	05:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 50m	08:45	Zurich Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	13h 45m	05:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 50m	08:45	Zurich Airport	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:35	Cologne/Bonn Airport	13h 45m	05:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Cologne/Bonn Airport	20h 50m	08:45	Zurich Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:41 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6hAverage duration

257 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£26 - £171	Average duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£49 - £224	Average duration5h 39m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £49	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,143 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 11143 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at £42

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Zürich?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Zürich

What's the distance between Cologne and Zürich by coach?
The journey from Cologne to Zürich by coach covers an approximate distance of 257 miles (414 km).
What is the best way to go from Cologne to Zürich without flying?
To travel from Cologne to Zürich without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£25

19/11

£31

Today

£31

21/11

£61

22/11

£54

23/11

£61

24/11

£23

25/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £23

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

You can expect to pay from £23 to £77 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-11-24.