How much is the bus ticket from Paris to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Zürich start from R 540. The average price for this route is around R 1 018. 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 Paris to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Paris to Zürich is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 299 miles (482 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Paris to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Paris to Zürich at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Paris to Zürich generates an estimated 12.025625 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 Paris to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11734 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Paris to Zürich from R 509 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Paris to Zürich on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Bercy Seine	9h 50m	8:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	5:55am	Paris (Pershing)	9h 20m	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	4:05pm	Bercy Seine	13h 20m	5:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	10:00pm	Bercy Seine	9h 35m	7:35am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Bercy Seine	13h 50m	9:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:32 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Paris to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 540, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

13h 20mAverage Duration

299 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 540 - R 3 945	Average Duration13h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 4 128 - R 6 915	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paris and Zürich?

Stops in Paris

A
Orly Airport
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B
Bercy Seine
210 Quai de Bercy, 75012 Paris, France
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C
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
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D
Porte Maillot
24 Boulevard Pershing, 75017 Paris-17E-Arrondissement, France
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E
Paris (Pont de Levallois)
7 Rue Thierry le Luron, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France
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F
Massy
21 Avenue Carnot, 91300 Massy, France

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
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,740 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11740 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 R 540

BlaBlaCar Bus Paris Zürich recent customer reviews

Bus was good, driver was good but didn’t understand the logic of seating when I booked seat for 4 from a family I was given 2 seats in between & 2 at the last. I have 9 yr old kid how can I can put him there. That was really bad

Pradeep K.

May 17, 2025

Bus came much late after 1.30 hour, at 1.00 am. it was terrific

Nazokat H.

June 17, 2025

Yes ,i enjoyed

Vanessa P.

August 11, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,592 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Flixbus Paris Zürich recent customer reviews

Bus driver was courteous and nice. However, there were no toilets and WiFi didn't work. Lights in the bus did not work. Looks like upholstery could use update and curtains need cleaning.

Seok Po S.

June 24, 2025

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,995 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

CH bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Zürich start from R 540. The average price for this route is around R 1 018. 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 Paris to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Paris to Zürich is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 299 miles (482 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Paris to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paris to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Paris to Zürich at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Zürich?
A bus trip from Paris to Zürich generates an estimated 12.025625 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 Paris to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11734 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Paris to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Paris to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

05/04

R 1 119

05/05

R 1 262

Today

R 2 135

05/07

R 1 080

05/08

R 856

05/09

R 917

05/10

R 917

05/11

R 632

The cheapest trip from Paris to Zürich was searched and found on May 11, 2026 with a price of R 632

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

You can expect to pay from R 632 to R 2 852 for a bus ticket from Paris to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 632 which is on 2026-05-11.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time13h 20m	Avg PriceR 1 018	Daily Departures23
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 10m	Avg PriceR 6 857	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h	Avg PriceR 1 065	Daily Departures2