What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

The fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz is to fly and train which takes 3h 15m and costs €110 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Airport bus station station and arriving at Linz Industriezeile. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zuerich Flughafen and arriving at Linz/Donau Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Linz is 443 km. The road distance is 523.5 km.

How do I travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs €80 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz bus from?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Airport bus station.

Where do I catch the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz train from?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Flughafen station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs €190 - €300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 7h 32m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz bus arrive?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz Industriezeile station.

Where does the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz train arrive?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz is 524 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

Book your Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Linz?

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Can I share a ride from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Linz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Linz Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz Airport (LNZ)plane ZRH - LNZ
4h 32m
€191–296
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Airport bus station to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus N191
7h 59m
€45–75
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Flughafen to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
7h 32m
€80–130
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Zurich-ZRH to Linzrideshare 523.5 km
5h 34m
Drive 523.5 km
1. Drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linzcar 523.5 km
5h 34m
€92–132
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz/Donau Hbftrain
3h 15m
€110–251
Fly 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 Linz/Donau Hbftrain
5h 32m
€182–409
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Bregenztrain Ec
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
8h 4m
€111–295

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz by train

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Distance: 442.7 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland and Linz, Austria?

Swiss, DAT Danish Air Transport, and four other airlines fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Linz Airport (LNZ) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Flughafen to Linz/Donau Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €80–130 and the journey takes 7h 32m.

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