THE SHORT VERSION
Bremen to Zurich at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bremen
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Zurich
The main station is a short walk away, with trams across the city.
- Zurich Sihlquai bus station · Carparkplatz Sihlquai
Near Zurich Hauptbahnhof.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Overnight sleeper coaches (Twiliner) run from Zurich to Barcelona and Amsterdam.
KEEP GOING
From Zurich, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Zurich
More buses from Bremen
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bremen from Zurich by road?+
About 844 km by road (634 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bremen to Zurich take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bremen?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Zurich to Bremen?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Zurich to Bremen as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Bremen arrive in Zurich?+
It depends on the operator. In Zurich, services use Zurich Sihlquai bus station. The main station is a short walk away, with trams across the city.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Zurich?+
The main station is a short walk away, with trams across the city.
What kind of bus runs from Bremen to Zurich?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bremen to Zurich bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Zurich by bus?+
Direct buses from Zurich include Milan, Munich, Frankfurt, Lyon, Salzburg and more. See all connections on our Zurich bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Bremen to Zurich?+
Germany and Switzerland are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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