- Must visit
Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for visitors interested in fine art.
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
21 h 25 m
Average duration
22 h 55 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
836 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Zurich will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Zurich without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $258.
Distance: 519 miles (836 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price | $268 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 41m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Zurich:
A bus is $95 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $194 (€156).
A bus is $169 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Zurich costing on average $268 (€216).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 11m.
Train takes on average 14h 11m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€80) compared to roughly $233 (€188) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $134 (€108). The journey takes 11h 11m versus 10h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Zurich buses for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 24h30 | 8:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 22h00 | 3:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 21h25 | 3:45 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 23h35 | 9:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h05 | 9:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 29h30 | 8:00 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Zurich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 519 miles (836 km) distance in 18h 25m.
Distance 519 miles (836 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 25m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Zurich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zurich trip today.
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for visitors interested in fine art.
The country’s main cultural history museum, covering Swiss history, design, crafts, and everyday life in a dramatic castle-like building next to the main station.
A respected museum for non-European art with collections from Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania, set in a pleasant park near Lake Zurich.
Zurich’s most famous shopping boulevard, stretching from the main station toward the lake. It is a classic walk for visitors and one of the city’s best-known streets.
Zurich’s Old Town is the city’s essential walking area, filled with medieval lanes, churches, riverside views, and historic squares.
A peaceful hilltop square and viewpoint above the Old Town, loved for its river views, chess tables, and historic setting.
Zurich’s signature dish of sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, often served with rösti. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional specialties.
A classic Swiss potato dish, pan-fried until crisp and golden. In Zurich it is often served as a side with meat dishes, but it also appears as a simple standalone plate.
Melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread for dipping. It is a beloved cold-weather dish across Switzerland and a staple in traditional Zurich restaurants.
Legendary Zurich institution and one of the world’s oldest vegetarian restaurants, offering a large buffet and Swiss-influenced vegetarian cuisine.
Iconic fine-dining Zurich restaurant celebrated for classic Swiss and French cuisine, elegant service, and a historic art-filled dining room.
Historic traditional restaurant in central Zurich, known for Swiss classics such as sausages, schnitzel, and rösti in a lively beer-hall setting.
Among Europe's priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and drinks are costly; public transport is efficient but not cheap.
Service is included. Rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips in cafes are optional.
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Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal -> Zürich HB
While there are no direct services between Barcelona and Zurich, both Eurolines and Flixbus operate indirect services along the route. Flixbus offers three to four services on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, while Eurolines operate one service on Tuesdays, Thursday, and Saturdays, with two on a Sunday. Whenever passengers decide to travel, there should be an option available. Journey times vary significantly depending on the route taken and the company passengers travel with. Some services can take up to 23 hours to complete the 665-mile route.
The Barcelona to Zurich route is operated by Flixbus and Eurolines. They alternate service days with Flixbus taking passengers on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Eurolines taking the remaining days and the weekend. All services are indirect, requiring one change.
The journey for Barcelona to Zurich varies depending on the time of travel and the wait at transfer stations. Flixbus advertises journey times of between 17 hours 30 minutes and 21 hours 30 minutes. Eurolines can complete the route in 18 hours 45 minutes on a Sunday, though during the week, the journey takes closer to 23 hours. Both companies offer a variety of routes, with different transfer stations available.
Each day, there is at least one departure between the two cities, though that number fluctuates. On a Monday and Tuesday, there are three departures, four on a Friday, while only one departure leaves Barcelona on a Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, with two on a Sunday.
Departure bus station: Buses depart from Barcelona Nord. The station was originally used for rail travel but was closed in 1972. The bus station has links to the Metro line 1 from the Arc de Triomf stop as well as buses and local trains. The station also has parking facilities for any passengers arriving by car.
Arrival bus station: All buses terminate at Zürich, Bus-Parkplatz Sihlquai. The bus station is located very close to the main rail station where passengers can make connections to further international travel, as well as local routes. The rest of the city, including the Old Town, is within easy walking distance as well.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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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