Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Zurich to Rotterdam?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam: BlaBlaCar Bus Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating options. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam?

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Zurich to Rotterdam?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam: 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).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Zurich to Rotterdam?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam: BlaBlaCar Bus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Zurich to Rotterdam?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Zurich to Rotterdam

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 22

Cheapest price on Sep 22

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 22

€32

Fastest journey on Sep 22

13 h 56 m

Average journey duration on Sep 22

16 h 47 m

Buses on Sep 22

Distance

585 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Zurich to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.

FlixBus · FlixBus
9:25 PM17h40
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
3:05 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
€251One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
9:25 PM18h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
4:10 PMRotterdam, Zuidplein
€251One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus
6:20 PM16h45
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
11:05 AMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
€301One-way
1 transfer
4739 · 83133
11:59 PM13h56
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)
1:55 PMRotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)
€481One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, while a flight costs an average of €462.

Distance: 585 km

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Bus	Most popular Flight	Train	Driving
€75 Average price Cheapest	€462 Average price	€134 Average price	€204 Average price (fuel + tolls)
15h 24m Average total duration 14h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular airline	Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €75.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Rotterdam:

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Rotterdam costing on average €134.

A bus is €387 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Rotterdam costing on average €462.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 52m.

Bus takes on average 14h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Rotterdam including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Live departures

Zurich to Rotterdam bus times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rotterdam buses for today, Monday, September 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus	6:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)	16h45	11:05 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)	1 transfer
4743	7:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)	11h30	7:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)	0 transfersDirect
7990 · 1657	8:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)	18h10	3:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	9:25 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)	18h45	4:10 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein	2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus	9:25 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)	17h00	2:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)	1 transfer
4739 · 1657	11:59 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)	15h01	3:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)	1 transfer
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Why should you book Zurich to Rotterdam buses with Omio?

Twiliner as well as BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus offer buses services from Zurich to Rotterdam.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Zurich to Rotterdam

Switzerland

Netherlands

Buses from Zurich to Rotterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 585 km distance in 10h 58m.

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

585 km

Average bus duration

14h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

€20

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

10h 58m

First bus

12:05 AM

Last bus

11:50 PM

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Twiliner from Zurich to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Rotterdam with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Twiliner for as low as €20. 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 FlixBus Duration

12h 35m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

€20

FlixBus frequency

4 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.

Learn more about FlixBus

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 BlaBlaCar Bus Duration

10h 58m

Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price

€35

BlaBlaCar Bus frequency

4 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.

Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

Twiliner

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Twiliner Duration

11h 25m

Cheapest Twiliner Price

€107

Twiliner frequency

1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Zurich to Rotterdam

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Rotterdam can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Rotterdam is €75; 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 Zurich to Rotterdam is 10h 58m to travel the 585 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 Zurich to Rotterdam leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Zurich to Rotterdam leaves at 11:50 PM.

Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Rotterdam with Twiliner, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Zurich to Rotterdam, you can count on Twiliner, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Rotterdam. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Rotterdam and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) . When arriving in Rotterdam , you can end your trip in coach stations like Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), Rotterdam, Zuidplein, Den Haag, Centraal Station, Delft, Stationsplein .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station), located 0 away from the city centre.

A trip to Rotterdam from Zurich is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 58m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Zurich to Rotterdam is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Rotterdam including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam 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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

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 Zurich to Rotterdam.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam:

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).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Rotterdam:

BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zurich to Rotterdam with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Zurich to Rotterdam

Most Zurich to Rotterdam buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Rotterdam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Zurich

Arrival bus stations in Rotterdam

Which Zurich station do buses to Rotterdam leave from?

Buses from Zurich to Rotterdam leave from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland.

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services

Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.

More about Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)Zürich Flughafen, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Train75 · 10m · €4 · every ~2 min

S2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 12m · €4 · every ~22 min

S7, S16 · 18m · €5 · every ~5 min

BusN10 · 27m · €6

Tram10 · 30m · €3 · every ~14 min

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) bus station facilities and services

Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.