What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Vienna is to train via Wien Hbf which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs €95 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Vienna Erdberg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Stephansplatz via Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Zurich to Vienna?

The distance between Zurich and Vienna is 635 km. The road distance is 700 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Vienna without a car is to train via Wien Hbf which takes 8h 6m and costs €40 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Zurich to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Zurich to Vienna train from?

Zurich to Vienna train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Vienna?

The best way to get from Zurich to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs €95 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Wien Hbf, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 6m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Zurich to Vienna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Vienna train arrive?

Zurich to Vienna train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Vienna?

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4762+ hotels available in Vienna.

Zurich to Vienna - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Zurich to Vienna by plane, train, bus, 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
4h 1m
€96–242
Train via Wien Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wien Hbftrain rjx 167
8h 6m
€41–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus N882 / ...
10h 29m
€66–106
Drive 700 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Viennacar 700 km
7h 1m
€123–177
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 26m
€112–361
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 15m
€374–622
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 Meidlingtrain
6h 32m
€160–418
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
9h 8m
€112–163
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
9h 53m
€137–277

Zurich to Vienna by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 635.3 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines and Swiss fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) operates a train from Zürich HB to Wien Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 7h 52m.

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