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

The cheapest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Zürich Hbf and Vienna?

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

Is there a direct train between Zürich Hbf and Vienna?

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

How far is it from Zürich Hbf to Vienna?

The distance between Zürich Hbf and Vienna is 632 km. The road distance is 699.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 9h and costs €40 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna, including transfers.

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

Zürich Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Zürich Hbf to Vienna?

The best way to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs €90 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €160 and takes 9h, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Zürich Hbf to Vienna bus arrive?

Zürich Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna Erdberg station.

Where does the Zürich Hbf to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zürich Hbf to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Zürich Hbf to Vienna is 699 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Zürich Hbf to Vienna.

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

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

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

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Zürich Hbf to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 10 ways to get from Zürich Hbf to Vienna by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Zurich Airport to Vienna International Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
3h 50m
€92–246
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
9h
€40–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus N882 / ...
10h 29m
€60–110
Night train
1. Take the night train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 51m
€280–850
Train to Basel, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BSL - VIE
5h 21m
€109–356
Train to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rorschachtrain
2. Fly from Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ACH - VIE
5h 10m
€341–607
Train to Innsbruck Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane INN - VIE
6h 58m
€140–615
Fly Zurich Airport to Graz Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane ZRH - GRZ
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Wien Hbftrain
6h 33m
€159–415
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
9h 46m
€134–272
Drive 699.2 km
1. Drive from Zürich Hbf to Viennacar 699.2 km
7h
€122–176

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Distance: 631.9 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Zürich Hbf, Switzerland and Vienna, 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 every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 9h. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route once daily.

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