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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
$69
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
15 h 14 m
Buses per day
6
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 $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 6 buses that leave Berlin for Zurich on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 670 km distance in an average of 15 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 18 h 10 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 $53. 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 $53, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 416 miles (670 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price | $216 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
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* | 9h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Berlin to Zurich:
A bus is $121 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin to Zurich costing on average $199 (€160).
A bus is $139 (€112) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Zurich costing on average $216 (€175).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 45m.
Bus takes on average 12h 1m.
Tickets start at around $77 (€62) compared to roughly $233 (€188) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $155 (€125). The journey takes 12h 1m versus 9h 0m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:28PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 17h17 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 17h06 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:57PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 15h48 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:04PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 15h41 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:06PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 18h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h28 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:27PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h13 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:37PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h03 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Zurich buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 | 7:10 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 17h30 | 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 | |
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Buses from Berlin to Zurich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€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 416 miles (670 km) distance in 13h 0m.
Distance 416 miles (670 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 0m |
First bus 12:08 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.
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