The average train between Zurich and Linz takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Linz. 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 4 times a day between Zurich and Linz. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 4:40 PM which arrives into Linz at 11:18 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zurich station and arriving at Linz station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 8m.
Zurich to Linz train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Linz train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Linz Hbf station.
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The distance between Zurich and Linz is 440.6 km. The road distance is 593 km.
Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Linz Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route once daily.