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

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to Linz is to drive which costs €85 - €130 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to Linz is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Winterthur and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Winterthur to Linz. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop via Munich Hackerbrücke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and Linz?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Winterthur and arriving at Linz Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Winterthur to Linz?

The distance between Winterthur and Linz is 596 km. The road distance is 504.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Winterthur to Linz without a car is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Winterthur to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Linz bus from?

Winterthur to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Winterthur station.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Linz train from?

Winterthur to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Winterthur station.

Train or bus from Winterthur to Linz?

The best way to get from Winterthur to Linz is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Winterthur to Linz bus arrive?

Winterthur to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Winterthur to Linz train arrive?

Winterthur to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at St. Gallen station.

Can I drive from Winterthur to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to Linz is 505 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Winterthur to Linz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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Winterthur to Linz - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Winterthur to Linz by train, bus, night 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 Winterthur to St. GallenIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Gallen(Ch) to Linz HbfRjx
7h 49m
€82–134
Train via Bregenz
cheapest
1. Take the train from Winterthur to St. Margrethen SGIr13
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Linz HbfRjx
8h 5m
€74–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winterthur to Munich central bus station141
2. Take the bus from Munich Hackerbrücke to Linz Industriezeile Bus StopArda-Tur
9h 10m
Night train
1. Take the night train from Winterthur to Linz HbfNj
9h
€190–340
Drive 504.9 km
1. Drive from Winterthur to Linz504.9 km
5h 12m
€87–125
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)ZRH - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbf
5h 54m
€103–277
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Munich International Airport (MUC)ZRH - MUC
2. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Linz Hbf
6h 26m
€138–335
Fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)ZRH - PRG
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbf
9h 8m
€82–224

Winterthur to Linz by train

3Weekly Trains

7h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 596.3 km
Duration: 7h 49m

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

You can take a train from Winterthur to Linz Hbf via St. Gallen and St. Gallen(Ch) in around 7h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Winterthur to Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop via Munich central bus station and Munich Hackerbrücke in around 9h 10m.

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