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What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Bonn?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains, Carpool and Flights to Bonn from Zurich. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 45m
£35
£43
6
Train
5h 44m
£35
£58
40
Car
5h 40m
£28
£32
1
Flight
1h 5m
£65
£141
51

What is the cheapest way to reach Bonn from Zurich?

You can reach Bonn with just £28 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £38
Monday
from £65
Tuesday
from £35
Wednesday
Thursday
from £66
Friday
from £28
Saturday
from £36

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:15
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    05:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    13:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    02:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £67
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    18:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £68
  • Sunexpress
    15h 20m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from £144

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £65
  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £113
  • Austrian Airlines
    14h 5m
    0
    18:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £163

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    10:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    21:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 37m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    01:36
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 44m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 28m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:02
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £69
  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £69
  • Condor
    14h 50m
    0
    18:10
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £164

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    20:03
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 20m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    18:54
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £67
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 28m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich
    Central Station
    00:33
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £68

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    22:00
    Zurich
    03:40
    Bonn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £28
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    03:40
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    15:00
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    21:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    02:25
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 38m
    0
    14:05
    Zurich
    Central Station
    21:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 8m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    21:42
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 44m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £65
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £96
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 40m
    0
    20:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £190

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    07:30
    Zurich
    13:10
    Bonn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £36
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    17:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:15
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    03:40
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    15:00
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 32m
    0
    16:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    00:31
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 32m
    0
    07:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    15:31
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 38m
    0
    14:05
    Zurich
    Central Station
    21:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56

What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Bonn?

You can get to Bonn from Zurich in just 1h 5m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 1h 5m
Monday
from 1h 5m
Tuesday
from 1h 5m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 4m
Friday
from 1h 5m
Saturday
from 5h 40m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £67
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    18:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £68
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    7h 40m
    0
    12:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    20:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    05:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    13:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 25m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    02:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:24
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    21:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £54
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £47

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £65
  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £113
  • Austrian Airlines
    14h 5m
    0
    18:45
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:50
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £163

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £69
  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £69
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    16:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £209
  • Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 44m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £43
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 37m
    0
    18:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    01:36
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £35
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 28m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:02
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    02:25
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £38

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 4m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    20:03
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 59m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    22:33
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £73
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 20m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    18:54
    Bonn
    Bad Godesberg Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £67

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Smartwings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Smartwings
    Economy
    from £65
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £96
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    7h 15m
    0
    12:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £210
  • Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    22:00
    Zurich
    03:40
    Bonn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £28
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 44m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 8m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    21:42
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 28m
    0
    11:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:02
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    21:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    02:25
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 40m
    0
    07:30
    Zurich
    13:10
    Bonn
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £36
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 44m
    0
    13:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    19:43
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 8m
    0
    15:34
    Zurich
    Central Station
    21:42
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £61
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 32m
    0
    16:59
    Zurich
    Central Station
    00:31
    Bonn
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    05:35
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    10h 20m
    0
    11:30
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    21:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    09:10
    Zurich
    Central Bus Station Sihlquai
    19:50
    Bonn
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich to Bonn

What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Bonn?

In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, while in Bonn you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Beuel Train Station or Central Station, 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 Bonn from Zurich? With 11 connections between 3 Bus, Train, Carpool 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 Zurich and Bonn, you can pay as low as £28 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo: you will get to Bonn in just 1h 5m.

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 Zurich and Bonn are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus 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 Zurich and Bonn 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 Zollikon or to Alfter, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Cologne/Bonn 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 Zurich to Bonn?

The most popular companies between Zurich and Bonn, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Eurowings. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Eurowings, Smartwings, Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Bonn

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich to Bonn. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich to Bonn

How can I reach Bonn from Zurich?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Bus, Train, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Bonn from Zurich.

How far is Bonn from Zurich?

The distance between Zurich and Bonn is 389.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich and Bonn?

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 66 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Bonn?

You can get to Bonn with just £28 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Bonn?

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 Bonn in just 1h 5m with a Flight from Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo.

More routes to Zurich and to Bonn

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich and to Bonn. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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