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ITZurich to Cologne Train & Bus Tickets
From Zurich (Switzerland) to Cologne (Germany) · about 412 km
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Search Prices →Train or bus? What recent searches show
Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Zurich to Cologne, side by side.
| Bus | |
|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €25.48 for travel on 26 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 9 h 40 min (9 journeys) |
| Sold by | FlixBus |
No recent train fares were seen for this route; search a date to check.
Last checked 30 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Zurich to Cologne: what to expect
Zurich and Cologne are about 412 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Switzerland to Germany. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 412 km this is a medium-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Zurich–Cologne tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Cologne
- Cologne Cathedral was the world's tallest building from 1880 to 1890. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Eau de Cologne has been produced in the city since 1709. (Source: Wikipedia)
- Cologne's weights and measures, such as the Cologne mark, were used throughout medieval Europe. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Zurich to Cologne
How long does the journey from Zurich to Cologne take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 9 h 40 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 30 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Zurich to Cologne?
The lowest fare seen recently is €25.48 by bus (FlixBus), for travel on 26 Nov 2026 (seen 30 Oct 2026). Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Which companies sell tickets from Zurich to Cologne?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by FlixBus.