What is the cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Austria?

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Switzerland to Austria?

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs €95 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Austria?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland station to Austria. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Vienna Erdberg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Austria. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Stephansplatz via Zuerich Hb and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Austria?

The distance between Switzerland and Austria is 634 km. The road distance is 700 km.

How do I travel from Switzerland to Austria without a car?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Austria without a car is to train which takes 10h 11m and costs €100 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Switzerland to Austria?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Switzerland to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Austria bus from?

Switzerland to Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Austria train from?

Switzerland to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train, bus or fly from Switzerland to Austria?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs €95 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €170 and takes 10h 11m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the Switzerland to Austria bus arrive?

Switzerland to Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna Erdberg station.

Where does the Switzerland to Austria train arrive?

Switzerland to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Austria?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Austria is 700 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Switzerland to Austria.

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4769+ hotels available in Austria.

Switzerland to Austria - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromSwitzerland to Austria

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Switzerland to Austria by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Zurich Airport to Vienna International Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
4h 16m
€98–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus N882 / ...
11h 32m
€59–100
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
10h 11m
€104–165
Drive 700 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Viennacar 700 km
7h 1m
€122–176
Fly Zurich Airport to Graz Airport
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane ZRH - GRZ
4h 20m
€138–329
Fly Basel to Vienna International Airport
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BSL - VIE
4h 18m
€82–270
Train to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Rorschachtrain
2. Fly from Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ACH - VIE
4h 27m
€243–492
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
11h
€134–275

Switzerland to Austria by train and subway

28Weekly Services

10h 11mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Switzerland to Austria.

Launch map view

Distance: 634.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Austria?

Austrian Airlines and Swiss fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 9h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Austria

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.