What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Zurich?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool, Buses and Flights for the journey to Zurich from Cologne. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Zurich from Cologne?
You can get to Zurich with just $27 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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BlaBlaCar5h 50m010:50 AMCologne/Bonn Airport4:40 PMZurich0Economy
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BlaBlaCar6h 0m010:40 AMCologne4:40 PMZurich0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 50m011:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station10:25 PMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn8h 58m011:57 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 52m04:08 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn10h 20m010:40 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport Train Station9:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 5m08:10 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:15 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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AirBaltic1h 15m02:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport4:00 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m06:30 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:45 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus11h 15m02:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn6h 29m04:57 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn13h 7m05:48 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m05:35 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 15m02:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport4:00 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn6h 31m04:55 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn13h 7m05:48 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 40m04:20 AMCologneCentral Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings5h 20m02:10 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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BlaBlaCar Bus13h 55m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station5:20 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn8h 48m012:07 AMCologneCentral Station8:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn8h 40m01:20 AMCologneEhrenfeld Train Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 57m05:29 AMCologneEhrenfeld Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m06:45 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:55 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings5h 5m02:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station7:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 50m011:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station10:25 PMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus10h 50m011:35 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station10:25 PMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Eurowings13h 0m07:00 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:00 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Pegasus Airlines9h 40m012:55 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station10:35 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 5m08:20 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:25 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Zurich?
You can get to Zurich from Cologne in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Eurowings. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 5m08:10 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:15 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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BlaBlaCar5h 50m010:50 AMCologne/Bonn Airport4:40 PMZurich0Economy
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BlaBlaCar6h 0m010:40 AMCologne4:40 PMZurich0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 52m04:08 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn8h 58m011:57 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station8:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn9h 3m011:57 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station9:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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Eurowings1h 0m06:30 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station7:30 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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AirBaltic1h 15m02:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport4:00 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Flights Monday
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Eurowings1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m06:45 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:55 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m05:35 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn6h 29m04:57 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn13h 7m05:48 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus11h 15m02:55 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Flights Tuesday
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Eurowings1h 10m07:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport8:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos1h 15m02:45 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport4:00 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 40m04:20 AMCologneCentral Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn6h 31m04:55 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn13h 7m05:48 PMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station6:55 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Flights Wednesday
Fastest Trains Wednesday
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Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos1h 5m08:10 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:15 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m06:45 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:55 AMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo1h 10m02:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:10 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn5h 57m05:29 AMCologneEhrenfeld Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn6h 31m04:55 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station11:26 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn8h 40m01:20 AMCologneEhrenfeld Train Station10:00 AMZurichCentral Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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BlaBlaCar Bus13h 55m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station5:20 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Flights Thursday
Fastest Trains Thursday
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
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Swiss International Air Lines1h 5m08:20 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:25 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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AirBaltic1h 15m03:10 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport4:25 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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EasyJet Airline5h 25m07:15 AMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station12:40 PMZurich AirportZurich Airport0Economy
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FlixBus8h 40m06:50 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station3:30 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus9h 35m011:15 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station8:50 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
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FlixBus10h 45m03:25 PMCologne/Bonn AirportCologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station2:10 AMZurichCentral Bus Station Sihlquai0Economy
Fastest Flights Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Cologne to Zurich
What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Zurich?
In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, while in Zurich you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zurich from Cologne? With 11 connections between 2 Train, Carpool, Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Zurich, you can pay as low as $27 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Eurowings: you will get to Zurich in just 1h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Zurich are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and Eurowings, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Zurich is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Zollikon, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Zurich Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Zurich?
The most popular companies between Cologne and Zurich, are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and Eurowings. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
Airlines: Eurowings, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo, Swiss International Air Lines and 4 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Zurich
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Zurich. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Zurich
How can I reach Zurich from Cologne?
Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Train, Carpool, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Zurich from Cologne.
How far is Zurich from Cologne?
The distance between Cologne and Zurich is 256.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Zurich?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 102 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Zurich?
You can get to Zurich with just $27 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Zurich?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zurich in just 1h 0m with a Flight from Eurowings.
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