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

The bus ticket price from Zürich to Rotterdam starts at R 807. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Rotterdam 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 Zürich to Rotterdam?

The average travel time between Zürich and Rotterdam is around 18h 7m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 586 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Zürich to Rotterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Rotterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Rotterdam?

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

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

Buses travelling between Zürich and Rotterdam leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Bushaltestelle, Weena - Rotterdam.

Bus Zürich to Rotterdam from R 752 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Zürich to Rotterdam on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	15h 35m	15:05	Rotterdam CS	CheapestFastest
07:30	Airport (ZLC)	23h 55m	07:25	Rotterdam CS	No tags
15:50	Airport (ZLC)	19h 5m	10:55	Rotterdam CS	No tags
20:25	Airport (ZLC)	21h 40m	18:05	Rotterdam CS	No tags
15:35	Airport (ZLC)	23h 35m	15:10	Rotterdam Zuidplein	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Rotterdam on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:20	Airport (ZLC)	17h 35m	10:55	Rotterdam CS	Cheapest
19:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	11h 30m	07:20	Rotterdam Centraal Station	Fastest
23:59	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	14h 26m	14:25	Rotterdam Centraal Station	No tags
07:30	Airport (ZLC)	23h 55m	07:25	Rotterdam CS	No tags
20:25	Airport (ZLC)	21h 40m	18:05	Rotterdam CS	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Zürich to Rotterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 345, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 30mAverage duration

586 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 807 - R 3 356	Average duration18h 7m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 472 - R 4 636	Average duration9h 11m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 345 - R 1 345	Average duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Bus Zürich to Rotterdam: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 1 289

Average bus trip duration18h 7m

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure01:45

Distance579 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 188 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 088 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

NL Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Zürich to Rotterdam Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Zürich to Rotterdam.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Zürich to Rotterdam from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rotterdam from Zürich, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Rotterdam?

Stops in Zürich

A - Zürich Airport

B - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

C - Schanzengasse, 12

D - Postsrasse

E - Schindellegistrasse, 1

Stops in Rotterdam

A - Busstation Rotterdam Centraal

B - Rotterdam Bushaltestelle

C - Weena - Rotterdam

D - Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam

E - Rosestraat 1101

F - Weena

Frequently asked questions on the trip Zürich - Rotterdam

How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Rotterdam cost?
The bus ticket price from Zürich to Rotterdam starts at R 807. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Rotterdam 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 Zürich to Rotterdam?
The average travel time between Zürich and Rotterdam is around 18h 7m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 586 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Rotterdam?
The number of buses from Zürich to Rotterdam can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Rotterdam by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Rotterdam?
When taking the bus from Zürich to Rotterdam, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Rotterdam?
Buses travelling between Zürich and Rotterdam leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Busstation Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Bushaltestelle, Weena - Rotterdam.

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 1 496

03/11

R 834

Today

R 2 308

05/11

No data

06/11

R 1 175

07/11

R 1 313

08/11

No data

09/11

R 1 147

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Rotterdam was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of R 834

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

You can expect to pay from R 834 to R 2 943 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 147, which is on 2025-11-09.

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 Zürich to Rotterdam 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 Zürich to Rotterdam, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Zürich to Rotterdam.

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

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Zürich to Rotterdam?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time18h 7m	Avg priceR 1 289	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time9h 11m	Avg priceR 3 141	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time8h 30m	Avg priceR 1 345	Daily departures1

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