The average train between Zurich and Lienz takes 11h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Lienz. 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 5 times a day between Zurich and Lienz. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Lienz at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 11h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Lienz? 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 Lienz. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Lienz station via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.
Zurich to Lienz train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Lienz train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Lienz In Osttirol station.
Book your Zurich to Lienz train tickets online with Railjet, ÖBB and 3 other operators.
The distance between Zurich and Lienz is 324.8 km. The road distance is 458 km.
You can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Lienz In Osttirol via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Brennero - Brenner, and Fortezza/Franzensfes in around 8h 57m.