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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Winterthur is to train via Bregenz which costs SFr 40 - SFr 130 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Winterthur is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Winterthur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Winterthur. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Linz to Winterthur?

The distance between Linz and Winterthur is 596 km. The road distance is 505.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Winterthur without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 120.

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

The train from Linz Hbf to Winterthur takes 6h 48m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Linz to Winterthur train from?

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

Where does the Linz to Winterthur train arrive?

Linz to Winterthur train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Winterthur station.

Can I drive from Linz to Winterthur?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Winterthur is 505 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Linz to Winterthur.

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

Book your Linz to Winterthur train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Winterthur?

There are 1252+ hotels available in Winterthur.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Linz to Winterthur by train, 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 WinterthurRjx
6h 48m
CHF 75–120
Train via Bregenz
cheapest
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Bregenz Riedenburg976 / ...
2. Take the train from Gossau SG to WinterthurIc1 / ...
8h 9m
CHF 43–127
Drive 505.3 km
1. Drive from Linz to Winterthur505.3 km
5h 14m
CHF 82–118
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 38m
CHF 102–235
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Passau Hbf
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freising
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MUC - ZRH
6h 13m
CHF 130–310
Train to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)PRG - ZRH
8h 5m
CHF 85–223
Train to Graz, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Graz Hbf
2. Fly from Graz (GRZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GRZ - ZRH
7h 42m
CHF 138–425
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Rorschach to Winterthur
6h 40m
CHF 308–475
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Passau Hbf
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Freising
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)MUC - BSL
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HB
8h 5m
CHF 167–370

Linz to Winterthur by train

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6h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596.3 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Winterthur, Switzerland?

Railjet operates a train from Linz Hbf to Winterthur twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 75–120 and the journey takes 6h 48m.

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