How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Zürich start at R 628. The average price for this route is around R 1 272. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Zürich?

The average bus journey time from Berlin to Zürich is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 652 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Berlin to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Zürich?

The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Zürich at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Berlin to Zürich produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Berlin to Zürich from R 556 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 6 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:30	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	16h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04	Berlin Südkreuz	11h 11m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	22:15	Berlin Südkreuz	17h 15m	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	11h 18m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
	13:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	15h 55m	04:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 25m	20:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:57	Hauptbahnhof	13h 18m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
	23:30	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	16h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:04	Berlin Südkreuz	13h 11m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 25m	20:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04	Berlin Südkreuz	11h 11m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:32	Hauptbahnhof	17h 18m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
	19:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	14h 50m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 9 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:30	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	16h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	14:04	Berlin Südkreuz	10h 26m	00:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:32	Hauptbahnhof	17h 18m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
	19:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	14h 50m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 10 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:30	Alexanderplatz	15h 25m	04:55	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04	Berlin Südkreuz	11h 11m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:57	Hauptbahnhof	17h 53m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
	19:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	14h 50m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 11 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:19	Berlin Hbf	13h 56m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:34	Hauptbahnhof	10h 56m	00:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:32	Hauptbahnhof	17h 18m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
	23:30	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	16h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 12 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 25m	20:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:04	Berlin Südkreuz	11h 11m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
	08:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	12h 50m	20:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:57	Hauptbahnhof	11h 18m	23:15	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
	23:30	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	16h	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin 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 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 674, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

8h 40mAverage duration

671 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 628 - R 3 260	Average duration15h 55m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 056 - R 5 470	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 674 - R 1 375	Average duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Zürich?

Stops in Berlin

A
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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B
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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C
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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D
Puschkinallee
Puschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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F
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 934 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11934 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 628

CH bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Zürich by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Berlin to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Berlin to Zürich start at R 628. The average price for this route is around R 1 272. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Berlin to Zürich?
The average bus journey time from Berlin to Zürich is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 652 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Berlin to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Berlin to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Berlin to Zürich at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Berlin to Zürich?
A bus trip from Berlin to Zürich produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/01

R 1 349

05/01

R 1 063

Today

R 997

07/01

R 925

08/01

R 844

09/01

R 886

10/01

R 732

11/01

R 855

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Zürich was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 732

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

You can expect to pay from R 732 to R 2 155 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 732, which is on 2026-01-10.