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Today19 Apr
from US$55
Tomorrow20 Apr
from US$46
Sun21 Apr
from US$44
Mon22 Apr
from US$31
Tue23 Apr
from US$31
Wed24 Apr
from US$31
Thu25 Apr
from US$35
Fri26 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

04:00
9h5m
13:05
Zurich - Sihlquai
CheapestFastest
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cheapest
Fastest
20:50
9h20m
06:10
Zurich - Sihlquai
2nd Cheapest
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
2nd Cheapest
09:10
10h45m
19:55
Zurich - Sihlquai
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
11:30
10h
21:30
Zurich - Sihlquai
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
16:00
10h55m
02:55
Zurich - Sihlquai
Cologne - Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bus Zurich to Cologne: Trip Overview

Bus Zurich to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration11h 30m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance256 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Zurich to Cologne buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures01:50 - 23:55
Minimum PriceUS$25
Average Ticket PriceUS$45
Minimum Trip Duration9h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h30m
Distance256 miles
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, BlaBlaBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zurich - Cologne

The average bus ticket price from Zurich to Cologne is US$45. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zurich to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Zurich and Cologne is around 11h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 257 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Zurich to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zurich to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Zurich to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaBus.

Buses travelling between Zurich and Cologne leave from Sihlquai or Zürich Airport and arrive at Cologne Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/04
US$28
18/04
US$29
Today
US$31
20/04
US$29
21/04
US$31
22/04
No data
23/04
US$25
24/04
No data
The cheapest trip from Zurich to Cologne was searched and found on 23 Apr 2024 with a price of US$25

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

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$68 for a bus ticket from Zurich to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2024-04-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Zurich to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Zurich to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Zurich to Cologne will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Zurich to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Zurich to Cologne?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time11h 30mAvg priceUS$45Daily departures6
Vehicle typeCarpoolTravel time6h 10mAvg priceUS$45Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Zurich and Cologne is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$45 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cologne, choose the bus, as it will take you from Zurich to Cologne in about 6h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Bus from Cologne to Zurich

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