How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start from $42. 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 Barcelona?

The average bus travel time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 835 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Zürich to Barcelona route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?

The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Zürich to Barcelona?

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 61073 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Zürich to Barcelona?

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 Zürich to Barcelona from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:50pm	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	9:55pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Carparkplatz Am Sihlquai-Ausstellungsstrasse, Zürich	18h 30m	9:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	20h 55m	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	4:05pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 15m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55am	Sants	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 50m	2:55am	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d 2h	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	23h 20m	2:55am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h 45m	8:45am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	4:05pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 2h	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d	6:00pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55am	Sants	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:45am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	19h 55m	10:40pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 3h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	20h 55m	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Zürich to Barcelona on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	2:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	8:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	8:30pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 3h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	20h 55m	2:20pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Airport (ZLC)	1d	8:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:45 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

11hAverage Duration

836 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $430	Average Duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$320 - $568	Average Duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$73 - $201	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Barcelona?

Stops in Zürich

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

Stops in Barcelona

A
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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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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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,998 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,365 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561,125 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Barcelona 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 Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start from $42. 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 Barcelona?
The average bus travel time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 835 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 2:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Zürich to Barcelona?
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 61073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Barcelona?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Zürich to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Zürich to Barcelona?
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

01-09

$117

01-10

$107

Today

$101

01-12

$69

01-13

$82

01-14

$82

01-15

$82

01-16

$82

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Barcelona was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $186 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2026-01-12.

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

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time19h 20m	Avg Price$117	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time11h 55m	Avg Price$494	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time11h	Avg Price$170	Daily Departures2