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The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris to Zurich
Showing times and prices for Feb 15
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
489 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Zurich will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Fast buses
Of the 9 buses that leave Paris for Zurich on Sun, Feb 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct buses cover the 489 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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.
799110:30PM10h15
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)08:45AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€701One-way
0 transfers
51297 · 799108:30PM12h35
Paris, Porte Maillot09:05AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
€751One-way
1 transfer
51297 · 799108:30PM12h15
Paris, Porte Maillot08:45AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€751One-way
1 transfer
799110:30PM10h35
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)09:05AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
€801One-way
0 transfers
30492 · 799107:15PM13h50
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)09:05AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
€801One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus05:55AM9h50
Paris, Porte Maillot03:45PMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€821One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus10:00PM10h00
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)08:00AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€891One-way
0 transfers
799110:30PM10h15
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)08:45AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€701One-way
0 transfers
799110:30PM10h35
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)09:05AMZürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
€801One-way
0 transfers
51297 · 799108:30PM12h15
Paris, Porte Maillot08:45AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
€751One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €100.
Distance: 489 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price | €234 Average price |
9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg 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
Paris to Zurich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Zurich buses for today, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 7:35 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51335 · 4744 | 5:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 14h25 | 7:55 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 transfer | |
| 30492 · 7991 | 6:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h50 | 8:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 transfer | |
| 30492 · 7991 | 6:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h30 | 7:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| 51297 · 7991 | 7:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h35 | 8:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 transfer | |
| 51297 · 7991 | 7:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 12h15 | 7:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h00 | 7:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7991 | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h35 | 8:05 AM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7991 | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 10h15 | 7:45 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, February 15 | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 9h50 | 2:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Zurich
France
Switzerland
Buses from Paris to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 489 km distance in 9h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 489 km |
Average bus duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Paris to ZurichYou can travel by bus between Paris to Zurich with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
€38
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 15m
Cheapest Price
€31
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Ourbus
About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 30m
Cheapest Price
€46
Ourbus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Paris to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Paris to Zurich can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Paris to Zurich is €53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Paris to Zurich is 9h 50m to travel the 489 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Paris to Zurich leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Paris to Zurich leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Paris to Zurich with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Paris to Zurich, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Paris and Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Paris , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145, Boulogne-Billancourt, Pont de Sèvres, Paris, Pont de Levallois, Paris, Saint-Denis, Université, Paris, Bibliothèque François Mitterrand, Massy, Gare de Massy Palaiseau, Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station . When arriving in Zurich , you can end your trip in coach stations like Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof), Winterthur, Lagerhausstrasse / Archstrasse, Zug, Chollermüli, Zug, Zug Aabachstrasse .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Zurich from Paris is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Paris to Zurich is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Paris to Zurich:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Paris to Zurich for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Paris to Zurich depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Paris to Zurich.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Paris to Zurich:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Paris to Zurich:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Paris to Zurich. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Paris to Zurich with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Paris to Zurich with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Paris to Zurich with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Paris to Zurich
Paris
Zurich
The major bus station for departures in Paris is Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) for your trip from Paris to Zurich.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Quai de BercyWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the station.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145
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Paris, Pont de Levallois
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The major bus station for arrivals in Zurich is Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) for your trip to Zurich from Paris.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
SihlquaiWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
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