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

The cheapest way to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland is to train and fly which takes 5h 5m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 360.

Is there a direct bus between Upper Austria and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper Austria to Switzerland station. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Taubenmarkt and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Linz Industriezeile. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Upper Austria and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Upper Austria to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hauptplatz and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Linz/Donau Hbf and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Upper Austria to Switzerland?

The distance between Upper Austria and Switzerland is 597 km. The road distance is 533.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper Austria to Switzerland bus from?

Upper Austria to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Upper Austria to Switzerland train from?

Upper Austria to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Train or bus from Upper Austria to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Upper Austria to Switzerland bus arrive?

Upper Austria to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Upper Austria to Switzerland train arrive?

Upper Austria to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Upper Austria to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper Austria to Switzerland is 533 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Upper Austria to Switzerland.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1229+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Upper Austria to Switzerland - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Upper Austria to Switzerland by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
7h 44m
CHF 76–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 882 / ...
9h 2m
CHF 43–63
Drive 533.3 km
1. Drive from Linz to Zurichcar 533.3 km
5h 34m
CHF 103–148
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Simbach to Mühldorftrain
2. Take the train from Mühldorf to Ostbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
5h 14m
CHF 97–276
Train via Innsbruck
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
8h 31m
CHF 79–156
Train via Hohenems
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Hohenemstrain 730 / ...
2. Take the train from Altstätten SG to Zürich Oerlikontrain Ir13
10h 21m
CHF 125–204
Train, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Simbach to Mühldorftrain
2. Take the train from Mühldorf to Ostbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
5h 5m
CHF 127–354
Train, fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Take the train from Mühldorf to Ostbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MUC - GVA
6h 36m
CHF 121–296
Train, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport
1. Take the train from Mühldorf to Ostbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane MUC - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
8h 16m
CHF 79–267

Upper Austria to Switzerland by tram and train

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7h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 596.9 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Upper Austria and Switzerland?

Railjet operates a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Zuerich Hb every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–110 and the journey takes 6h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Zurich Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 40–65 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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