How to get from Bologna to Zurich
- 387 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 15m
- 4 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 15m
direct
Flight
€358
Cheapest
6h 40m
direct
Bus
€27
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bologna to Zurich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 387 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €27, on Sat, Sep 12.
This fare comes from a search on September 21, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
387 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €358Checked Sep 21 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €22Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 6h 40mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€358Checked Sep 211h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€22Omio catalogue, Sep 256h 40m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bologna to Zurich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport → Zurich Airportflight
Swiss·1h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Bologna to Zurich
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€67Departures from Bologna to Zurich
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:20 and the last at 15:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 01:20 | 15:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
SwissBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport-Zurich AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBologna-Zurich AirportBook →On this route you travel with Swiss, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bologna to Zurich works
Start with a Swiss flight from Bologna to Zurich, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €358 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Bologna to Zurich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bologna to Zurich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Bologna to Zurich?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 01:20 and the last at 15:00, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Bologna to Zurich?
4 a day with FlixBus, between 01:20 and 15:00.
How far is Zurich from Bologna?
About 387 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bologna to Zurich cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €358. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Bologna to Zurich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Bologna to Zurich?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bologna and Zurich?
Bologna is BLQ and Zurich is ZRH, so this route is usually written BLQ to ZRH.
Which operators run Bologna to Zurich?
On this route you travel with Swiss, FlixBus.
Can you get from Bologna to Zurich without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 4h 51m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Zurich?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Swiss
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 21 Sep 2026