Zurich to Cologne

Zurich to Cologne

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Zurich to Cologne Schedule

Zurich to Cologne Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeCHF 1,645.63
Air Serbia Economy 09:35 - 15:35CHF 182.82
Eurowings Economy #EW76713:40 - 14:50CHF 139.49
Turkish Airlines Economy 14:10 - 00:45CHF 257.91
Eurowings Economy #EW76916:15 - 17:25CHF 238.88
Eurowings Economy #EW76918:00 - 19:10CHF 102.54
EasyJet Economy 21:25 - 19:10CHF 251.98

Transportation from Zurich to Cologne

Facts about the transport from Zurich to Cologne

Cheapest Transport$29
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure1:50 AM
Latest Departure11:10 PM
Departures per day17
Distance553 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Eurowings, FlixBus, Vueling

How to get from Zurich to Cologne

Travelling between Zurich and Cologne is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,339.82 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 89.53.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Cologne?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 20 hours to travel between Zurich and Cologne depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Zurich and Cologne. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 10m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 19h 10m to reach Cologne.

How much does it cost to get from Zurich to Cologne?

Travelling between Zurich and Cologne can be as cheap as USD 89.53 if you opt for a Eurowings flight and as expensive as USD 1,339.82 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Zurich and Cologne ?

  • 5 from Zurich to Cologne starting from 08:05 Zurich Airport until 20:20 Zurich Airport
  • 12 from Zurich to Cologne starting from 00:00 Zurich Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Zurich Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Zurich to Cologne.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Zurich to Cologne, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 89.60.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Zurich and Cologne

Eurowings, Vueling

Bus

Travelling from Zurich to Cologne overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Zurich and Cologne

FlixBus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Zurich and Cologne

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Zurich to Cologne?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus