What is the cheapest way to get from Linz to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Linz to Switzerland is to train and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Linz to Switzerland?

The distance between Linz and Switzerland is 595 km. The road distance is 533.3 km.

How do I travel from Linz to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Linz to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 120.

How long does it take to get from Linz to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Linz to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Switzerland train from?

Linz to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Linz to Switzerland is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Linz to Switzerland train arrive?

Linz to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Linz to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Switzerland is 533 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Linz to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz to Switzerland?

Book your Linz to Switzerland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Linz to Switzerland - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Linz to Switzerland by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
6h 38m
CHF 76–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wels to Munich central bus stationbus 951
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus X06 / ...
9h 40m
CHF 36–61
Drive 533.3 km
1. Drive from Linz to Zurichcar 533.3 km
5h 33m
CHF 85–123
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
5h 50m
CHF 127–340
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Bregenz Riedenburgtrain 970 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Margrethen SG to Zürich HBtrain Ir13 / ...
8h 37m
CHF 120–250
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
6h 5m
CHF 127–278
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
5h 33m
CHF 105–228
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)plane VIE - ACH
5h 35m
CHF 235–471
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MUC - GVA
7h 21m
CHF 121–322

Linz to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 595.1 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Switzerland?

Railjet operates a train from Linz Hbf to Zuerich Hb every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–110 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz/Donau Hauptbahnhof B3 to Zürich Stadelhofen via Wels Hans-Sachs-Straße 85, Wels, Munich central bus station, Zurich Bus Station, and Zürich HB in around 9h 40m.

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