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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Switzerland is to train which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 6h 39m.

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 30m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 330.

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 39m.

How far is it from Linz to Switzerland?

The distance between Linz and Switzerland is 595 km. The road distance is 531.6 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 39m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m 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 39m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 130 and takes 8h 27m.

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 532 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m 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 1223+ 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 HbRjx
6h 39m
CHF 78–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Munich HackerbrückeArda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus StationX06 / ...
8h 27m
CHF 25–129
Drive 531.6 km
1. Drive from Linz to Zurich531.6 km
5h 34m
CHF 85–123
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Ost
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)MUC - BSL
5h 30m
CHF 111–327
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Bregenz Riedenburg976 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Margrethen SG to Zürich HBIr13
8h 58m
CHF 68–136
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Ost
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MUC - ZRH
5h 43m
CHF 110–290
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wien
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)VIE - ZRH
5h 32m
CHF 101–244
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wien
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)VIE - ACH
5h 36m
CHF 297–445
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Ost
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)MUC - GVA
7h
CHF 105–328

Linz to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 595 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Switzerland?

Railjet operates a train from Linz Hbf to Zuerich Hb 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Zürich Stadelhofen via Munich Hackerbrücke, Munich central bus station, Zurich Bus Station, and Zürich HB in around 8h 27m.

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