How much is the bus ticket from Zürich to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start at R 490. The average price for this route is around R 1 380. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Barcelona?

The average bus journey time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 835 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?

The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona produces an estimated 21 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 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 428 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	20:30	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	21:55	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	08:15	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Carparkplatz Am Sihlquai-Ausstellungsstrasse, Zürich	18h 30m	21:55	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	20:50	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	23:45	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	21:55	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	08:15	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Carparkplatz Am Sihlquai-Ausstellungsstrasse, Zürich	18h 30m	21:55	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	20:50	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	23:45	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:50	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	23:45	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:25	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 30m	21:55	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	08:15	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:25	Carparkplatz Am Sihlquai-Ausstellungsstrasse, Zürich	18h 30m	21:55	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	17:25	Airport (ZLC)	20h 55m	14:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	20:50	Zurich Airport	1d 2h	23:45	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:05	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 50m	02:55	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	16:05	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	18h 15m	10:20	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55	Sants	No tags
Bus	12:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	20h 45m	08:45	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	20:30	Barcelona Nord	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	1d 2h	18:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	03:35	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	23h 20m	02:55	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	11:00	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h 45m	08:45	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	16:05	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	1d 2h	18:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures from Zürich to Barcelona on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	21h	20:30	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	14:20	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	17h 55m	08:15	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	18h 45m	10:20	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	20:25	Airport (ZLC)	1d	20:30	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	15:35	Airport (ZLC)	19h 20m	10:55	Sants	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:21 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 859, 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 priceR 490 - R 5 100	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 794 - R 6 741	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 859 - R 2 382	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
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

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
D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 966 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 359 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561 111 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 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 Zürich to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Barcelona start at R 490. The average price for this route is around R 1 380. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zürich to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Zürich to Barcelona is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 835 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zürich to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Barcelona at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Zürich to Barcelona produces an estimated 21 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 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

07/01

R 1 341

08/01

R 1 278

Today

R 911

10/01

R 811

11/01

R 1 219

12/01

R 812

13/01

R 903

14/01

R 884

The cheapest trip from Zürich to Barcelona was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 811

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 R 811 to R 2 490 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 R 811, which is on 2026-01-10.

Usually ALSA 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 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 priceR 1 380	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time11h 55m	Avg priceR 5 865	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time11h	Avg priceR 2 010	Daily departures2