What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf is to bus which costs SFr 55 - SFr 100 and takes 10h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Zürich Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Zürich Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Zuerich Hb. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

The distance between Vienna and Zürich Hbf is 632 km. The road distance is 701.8 km.

How do I travel from Vienna to Zürich Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf without a car is to train which takes 9h and costs SFr 35 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Zürich Hbf bus from?

Vienna to Zürich Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna Erdberg station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Zürich Hbf train from?

Vienna to Zürich Hbf train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

The best way to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 150 and takes 9h, you could also bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 100 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Vienna to Zürich Hbf bus arrive?

Vienna to Zürich Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Vienna to Zürich Hbf train arrive?

Vienna to Zürich Hbf train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Zürich Hbf is 702 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Vienna to Zürich Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Vienna to Zürich Hbf?

Book your Vienna to Zürich Hbf bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zürich Hbf?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Zürich Hbf.

Vienna to Zürich Hbf - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Zürich Hbf by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
3h 49m
CHF 87–224
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
9h
CHF 35–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
10h 29m
CHF 55–100
Night train
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
11h 8m
CHF 40–120
Fly Vienna International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)plane VIE - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 28m
CHF 101–333
Fly Vienna International Airport to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)plane VIE - ACH
2. Take the train from Rorschach to Zürich HBtrain
5h 29m
CHF 314–573
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GRZ - ZRH
6h 28m
CHF 148–427
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Bregenztrain 79212 / ...
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
10h 8m
CHF 164–339
Drive 701.8 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Zürich Hbfcar 701.8 km
7h
CHF 115–167

Vienna to Zürich Hbf by train

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Distance: 631.9 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Zürich Hbf, Switzerland?

Austrian Airlines and Swiss fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) hourly. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hb every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 100–150 and the journey takes 9h. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route once daily.

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