What is the cheapest way to get from Innsbruck to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Innsbruck to Zurich is to night train which costs SFr 12 - SFr 15 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Innsbruck to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Innsbruck and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Innsbruck and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Innsbruck to Zurich?

The distance between Innsbruck and Zurich is 277 km. The road distance is 255.7 km.

How do I travel from Innsbruck to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Innsbruck to Zurich without a car is to train via Buchs which takes 4h 7m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Innsbruck to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Innsbruck to Zurich bus from?

Innsbruck to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where do I catch the Innsbruck to Zurich train from?

Innsbruck to Zurich train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Innsbruck to Zurich?

The best way to get from Innsbruck to Zurich is to train via Buchs which takes 4h 7m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 30 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 150 - SFr 410 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Innsbruck to Zurich bus arrive?

Innsbruck to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Innsbruck to Zurich train arrive?

Innsbruck to Zurich train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Buchs Sg station.

Can I drive from Innsbruck to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Innsbruck to Zurich is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Innsbruck to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Innsbruck to Zurich?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Innsbruck to Zurich?

Book your Innsbruck to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Innsbruck to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Innsbruck to Zurich by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Buchs
best
1. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Buchs Sgtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Buchs Sg to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
4h 7m
CHF 46–160
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
4h 27m
CHF 12–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
4h 10m
CHF 18–30
Drive 255.7 km
1. Drive from Innsbruck to Zurichcar 255.7 km
3h 28m
CHF 43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
4h 12m
CHF 40–110
Fly
1. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane INN - ZRH
4h 8m
CHF 159–402

Innsbruck to Zurich by train

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Distance: 277.4 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Innsbruck, Austria and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hb via Buchs Sg in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Zurich Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 18–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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