Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Militari | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Militari | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:57 AM CET.
Get from Zürich to Bucharest
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Bucharest?
Stops in Zürich
- BLimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Bucharest
- AStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- CAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Bucharest 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 Zürich to Bucharest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Bucharest start from $84. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Zürich to Bucharest?
The average bus trip duration from Zürich to Bucharest is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 860 miles (1387 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Bucharest route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Bucharest?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Bucharest at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Bucharest?
A bus trip from Zürich to Bucharest generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Bucharest was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $111To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Bucharest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $111 to $116 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2025-12-08.
