The average train between Zurich and Vienna takes 9h 13m and the fastest train takes 8h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Vienna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Zurich and Vienna. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 2:32 PM which arrives into Vienna at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 9h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Vienna station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.
Zurich to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.
The distance between Zurich and Vienna is 591.5 km. The road distance is 814 km.
Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 9h.
