The average train between Zurich and Austria takes 9h 5m and the fastest train takes 8h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Austria. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Zurich and Austria. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 4:40 PM which arrives into Austria at 1:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 9h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Austria? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Austria. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Austria station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.
Zurich to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.
The distance between Zurich and Austria is 419.6 km. The road distance is 783 km.
Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 7h 52m.