How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Zürich start from $34. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Zürich is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 527 miles (850 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

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

The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Zürich at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61149 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Zürich?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Barcelona to Zürich from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	9:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 2h	8:45am	Zurich Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Barcelona Nord	1d	8:00am	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Barcelona Nord	16h 40m	4:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Barcelona Nord	20h 45m	11:45pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Barcelona Nord	19h 25m	3:50am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Barcelona Nord	1d	9:50am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Barcelona Nord	1d	8:00am	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Bus	8:25am	Barcelona Nord	19h 25m	3:50am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	2:50am	Barcelona Nord	1d	3:35am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	6:20pm	Barcelona Nord	20h 55m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Barcelona Nord	22h 15m	7:40pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Barcelona Nord	20h 15m	5:40pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:50am	Barcelona Nord	1d	3:35am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Barcelona Nord	23h 30m	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Barcelona Nord	22h 20m	8:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	6:20pm	Barcelona Nord	20h 55m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Barcelona Nord	22h 20m	8:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Barcelona Nord	16h 40m	4:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	9:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	3:00am	Barcelona Nord	20h 45m	11:45pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Barcelona Nord	23h 30m	7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 3h	9:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 2h	8:45am	Zurich Airport	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:15 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barcelona to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

519 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $295	Average Duration20h 55m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$75 - $124	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Zürich?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Airport
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
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E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Stops in Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Map
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
Map
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,083 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,378 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561,171 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

CH bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Zürich by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Zürich start from $34. The average price for this route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Zürich is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 527 miles (850 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Zürich at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61149 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/16

$105

01/17

$93

Today

$120

01/19

$82

01/20

$64

01/21

$75

01/22

$74

01/23

$90

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Zürich was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $64

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

You can expect to pay from $64 to $203 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-01-20.