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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Zurich Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just R 491, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Zürich?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Zürich by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Zürich cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Zürich starts at R 579. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Zürich?
The average travel time between Cologne and Zürich is around 12h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 414 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Zürich?
The number of buses from Cologne to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Zürich by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Zürich?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Zürich?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Zürich leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Schanzengasse, 12.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 518To 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 R 518 to R 1 878 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 R 518, which is on 2025-11-26.