The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Zurich
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€88
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
15 h 20 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Zurich will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 12 buses that leave Berlin for Zurich on Sat, May 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 670 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 17 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:50 PM18h10Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)8:00 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€691One-way2 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM13h00Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)9:00 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€741One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus6:40 PM18h00Berlin, Alexanderplatz12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€751One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM18h45Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz8:00 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€771One-way2 transfers
FlixBus9:40 PM15h00Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€811One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM13h00Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)9:00 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€741One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM14h40Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€811One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 PM15h00Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)12:40 PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€811One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus4:50 PM16h55Berlin Spandau9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€1071One-way1 transfer
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FlixBus4:39 PM17h06Berlin Hbf9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)€1071One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 670 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price | €175 Average price |
12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Zurich buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:57 PM Berlin Hbf | 15h48 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:04 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 15h41 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 17h00 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:12 PM Berlin Spandau | 15h28 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 15h12 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:37 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 15h03 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 15h00 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 14h40 | 12:40 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 13h00 | 9:00 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 18h45 | 8:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 18h10 | 8:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 18h30 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 18h30 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 17h45 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:28 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 17h17 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:39 PM Berlin Hbf | 17h06 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 4:50 PM Berlin Spandau | 16h55 | 9:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Zurich
Buses from Berlin to Zurich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 670 km distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 670 km |
Average bus duration 12h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 0m |
First bus 12:08 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Berlin to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Zurich with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Zurich by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Zurich
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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