Next departures for Cologne to Zürich on November 19
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Next departures for Cologne to Zürich on November 21
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Next departures for Cologne to Zürich on November 22
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
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Next departures for Cologne to Zürich on November 23
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne 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 6 hours and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Based on 11138 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $53
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Zürich by bus
What is the distance between Cologne and Zürich?
Cologne and Zürich are 257 miles (414 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Zürich?
If you're headed to Zürich from Cologne, chances are that your bus will depart from Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Zürich?
Once in Zürich, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lindenhofplatz, Rietberg Museum, Chinese Garden, Church of Our Lady and Swiss National Museum.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$43
11/18
$32
Today
$40
11/20
$32
11/21
$58
11/22
$75
11/23
$81
11/24
$30
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $30
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Zürich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $102 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-24.