What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Kaprun?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Kaprun is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Kaprun?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Kaprun is to drive which takes 5h 17m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Kaprun?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Kaprun. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Kaprun Ortsmitte via Innsbruck Kaiserschützenplatz and Innsbruck Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Zurich to Kaprun?

The distance between Zurich and Kaprun is 435 km. The road distance is 396 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Kaprun without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Kaprun without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €140 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Kaprun?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Zurich to Kaprun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Kaprun bus from?

Zurich to Kaprun bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Kaprun?

The best way to get from Zurich to Kaprun is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €140 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Zurich to Kaprun bus arrive?

Zurich to Kaprun bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Kaprun?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Kaprun is 396 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Zurich to Kaprun.

Where can I stay near Kaprun?

There are 2810+ hotels available in Kaprun.

Zurich to Kaprun - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Zurich to Kaprun 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 Zuerich Hb to Zell Am SeeEc
6h 31m
€141–247
Drive 396 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Kaprun396 km
5h 17m
€69–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck SüdbahnstraßeN1290 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Hbf to Kaprun Ortsmitte
7h 45m
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Munich International Airport (MUC)ZRH - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Wörgl Hbf
3. Take the train from Woergl Hbf to Zell Am See
7h 32m
€133–361
Train via Wörgl
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Woergl HbfRjx
2. Take the train from Woergl Hbf to Zell Am SeeRe / ...
6h 40m
€123–264
Train via Lech
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to FeldkirchRjx
2. Take the train from Feldkirch to Langen Am ArlbergRjx / ...
3. Take the train from Langen Am Arlberg to Zell Am See
8h 27m
€107–181
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)ZRH - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Zell Am See
8h 46m
€141–346

Zurich to Kaprun by train and bus

12Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

€141Cheapest Price

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Distance: 435.3 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Kaprun, Austria?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Zell Am See twice daily. Tickets cost €130–250 and the journey takes 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Kaprun Ortsmitte via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Innsbruck Kaiserschützenplatz, and Innsbruck Hbf in around 7h 45m.

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