Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Cheapest | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Fastest | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Airport (ZLC) | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Dresden Central Station | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | No tags | |||||
| Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Airport (ZLC) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dresden to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 026, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Zürich?
Stops in Dresden
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Zürich by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Zürich start at R 717. The average price for this route is around R 1 069. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Zürich?
The average bus journey time from Dresden to Zürich is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 555 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by BUSSONE.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Zürich route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Zürich at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Zürich?
A bus trip from Dresden to Zürich produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Dresden to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden 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 offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Zürich was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 971To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 971 to R 2 195 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 160, which is on 2025-12-22.
