How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich?

The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Zürich start from $34. The average price for this route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Zürich?

The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Zürich is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Zürich route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , ALSA .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Zürich?

The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Zürich at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich?

A bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Zürich?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Barcelona to Zürich from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15pm	Barcelona Nord	22h	3:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Barcelona Nord	16h 40m	4:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	11:10pm	Sants	17h 10m	4:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	1d 10h	8:00am	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Barcelona Nord	22h 30m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Zürich on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:20pm	Barcelona Nord	21h 25m	3:45pm	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Bus	11:40pm	Barcelona Nord	16h 40m	4:20pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Fastest
Bus	3:00am	Barcelona Nord	20h 45m	11:45pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Barcelona Nord	1d 2h	8:45am	Zurich Airport	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Barcelona Nord	19h 25m	3:50am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:09 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barcelona to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

519 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $314	Average Duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$75 - $127	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Zürich?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Airport
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
Visit page
F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

Stops in Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
Visit page
C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,392 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ALSA

4.5/561,223 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

CH bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Zürich by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich?
The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Zürich start from $34. The average price for this route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Zürich?
The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Zürich is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 523 miles (843 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Zürich route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Zürich?
The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Zürich at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich?
A bus trip from Barcelona to Zürich generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/27

$88

01/28

$72

Today

$37

01/30

$80

01/31

$55

02/01

$54

02/02

$72

02/03

No data

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Zürich was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Zürich, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $133 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2026-02-01.

Usually ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.