How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich cost?

The bus ticket price from Budapest to Zürich starts at R 901. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Zürich 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!

How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Zürich?

The average travel time between Budapest and Zürich is around 16h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 790 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Zürich?

The number of buses from Budapest to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Zürich?

When taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich?

Buses travelling between Budapest and Zürich leave from Budapest Airport or Mexikói út and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

Bus Budapest to Zürich from R 181 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Budapest to Zürich on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:20	Könyves Kálmán	16h 10m	15:30	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
21:15	Könyves Kálmán	14h 5m	11:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
06:45	Könyves Kálmán	19h 50m	02:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:05	Könyves Kálmán	15h 45m	14:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
23:20	Könyves Kálmán	16h 30m	15:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:32 PM CET.

Get from Budapest to Zürich

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 901, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

16h 5mAverage duration

794 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Budapest to Zürich: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 1 320

Average bus trip duration16h 5m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure01:45

Distance794 km

Latest bus departure23:45

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FlixBus

3.5/511 181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 084 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

CH Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Budapest to Zürich Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Zürich?

Stops in Budapest

A - Budapest Airport

B - Mexikói út

C - Népliget

D - Kelenföld

E - Könyves Kálmán

F - Nyugati

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Frequently asked questions on the trip Budapest - Zürich

How much does a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Budapest to Zürich starts at R 901. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Budapest to Zürich 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!
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Zürich?
The average travel time between Budapest and Zürich is around 16h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 790 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Budapest and Zürich?
The number of buses from Budapest to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Budapest to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Budapest to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Budapest to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Budapest and Zürich leave from Budapest Airport or Mexikói út and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/11

R 1 606

03/11

R 1 479

Today

R 1 322

05/11

R 1 045

06/11

R 181

07/11

R 1 059

08/11

R 1 109

09/11

R 1 055

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Zürich was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 181

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

You can expect to pay from R 181 to R 2 937 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 181, which is on 2025-11-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Budapest to Zürich but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Budapest to Zürich, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Budapest to Zürich 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 Budapest to Zürich while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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