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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:57 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 046, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Zürich?
Stops in Hamburg
- B
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Zürich by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Zürich start at R 913. The average price for this route is around R 1 554. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Zürich?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Zürich is 17h 35m, covering a distance of 696 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Zürich at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Zürich?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Zürich produces an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Zürich was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 967To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 967 to R 3 015 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 807, which is on 2025-12-20.
