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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Zurich
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Zurich will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Geneva for Zurich on Sat, Apr 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 18 the direct buses cover the 224 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Apr 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
9:50 PM3h00Geneva12:50 AMZurich€261One-way0 transfers- 8:00 AM3h10Geneva11:10 AMZurich€261One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM3h20Geneva12:20 AMZurich€271One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 AM3h20Geneva4:10 AMZurich€341One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM2h50Geneva2:20 PMZurich€401One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM2h50Geneva2:20 PMZurich€401One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 PM3h00Geneva12:50 AMZurich€261One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM3h10Geneva11:10 AMZurich€261One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 PM3h20Geneva12:20 AMZurich€271One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 AM3h20Geneva4:10 AMZurich€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Geneva to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €303.
Distance: 224 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price | €444 Average price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Zurich buses for today, Friday, April 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Geneva | 4h20 | 10:20 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Geneva | 2h50 | 2:50 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:30 PM Geneva | 3h10 | 5:40 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:40 PM Geneva | 3h20 | 7:00 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 PM Geneva | 3h00 | 11:00 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 PM Geneva | 3h20 | 2:10 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Zurich
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Buses from Geneva to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 224 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 224 km |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Geneva to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Zurich with BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.
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Popular bus stations from Geneva to Zurich
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WC
Ticket Office
- 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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