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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €100 - €240.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Austria. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Stephansplatz via Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf and Mitte-Landstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Austria?

The distance between Switzerland and Austria is 635 km. The road distance is 700 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Austria without a car is to train which takes 9h 8m and costs €110 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Switzerland to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Austria train from?

Switzerland to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train, bus or fly from Switzerland to Austria?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Austria is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €100 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €190 and takes 9h 8m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Switzerland to Austria train arrive?

Switzerland to Austria train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Austria?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Austria is 700 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Switzerland to Austria.

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4729+ hotels available in Austria.

Switzerland to Austria - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Switzerland to Austria by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly from Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
4h 7m
€103–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus 882 / ...
11h 27m
€57–99
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
9h 8m
€113–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Salzburg Hbfbus
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
10h 45m
Drive 700 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Viennacar 700 km
7h
€121–175
Fly from Basel
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BSL - VIE
4h 8m
€69–242
Fly from Geneva International Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane GVA - VIE
4h 29m
€84–244
Train to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, fly
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Rorschachtrain
2. Fly from Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ACH - VIE
4h 18m
€240–477

Switzerland to Austria by train and subway

41Weekly Services

9h 8mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 634.9 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Austria?

Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–160 and the journey takes 7h 52m.

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