What is the cheapest way to get from Lindau to Aarau?

The cheapest way to get from Lindau to Aarau is to bus and train which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lindau to Aarau?

The fastest way to get from Lindau to Aarau is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lindau and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Lindau to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Lindau-Insel and arriving at Aarau via Bregenz and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Lindau to Aarau?

The distance between Lindau and Aarau is 170 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

How do I travel from Lindau to Aarau without a car?

The best way to get from Lindau to Aarau without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 57m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

How long does it take to get from Lindau to Aarau?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Lindau to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lindau to Aarau train from?

Lindau to Aarau train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bregenz station.

Where does the Lindau to Aarau train arrive?

Lindau to Aarau train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lindau to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lindau to Aarau is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Lindau to Aarau.

How do I get a train ticket from Lindau to Aarau?

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

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Lindau to Aarau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lindau to Aarau by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Lindau to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 106 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
2h 57m
CHF 23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
3h 15m
CHF 50–76
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Lindau to Aaraucar 173.6 km
2h 7m
CHF 29–42
Train via Dornbirn
1. Take the train from Dornbirn to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
3h 52m
CHF 39–60

Lindau to Aarau by bus and train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.5 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Lindau, Bavaria, Germany and Aarau, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lindau-Insel to Aarau via Bregenz and Zürich HB in around 3h 15m.

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