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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Obertraun is to bus via Salzburg which costs €30 - €50 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Obertraun is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Obertraun?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Obertraun. However, there are services departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Obertraun-Dachsteinhoehlen via Wörgl Hbf and Attnang-Puchheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Zurich to Obertraun?

The distance between Zurich and Obertraun is 548 km. The road distance is 512.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Obertraun without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 14m and costs €160 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Zurich to Obertraun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Obertraun train from?

Zurich to Obertraun train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Obertraun?

The best way to get from Zurich to Obertraun is to bus via Salzburg which takes 9h 21m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €310 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Zurich to Obertraun train arrive?

Zurich to Obertraun train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Woergl Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Obertraun?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Obertraun is 512 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Zurich to Obertraun.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Obertraun?

Book your Zurich to Obertraun train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Obertraun?

There are 1298+ hotels available in Obertraun.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Zurich to Obertraun 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Salzburg HbfRjx
2. Take the bus from Salzburg Hbf to Bad Ischl Bahnhof150 / ...
8h 14m
€166–289
Bus via Salzburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Limmatstrasse to Salzburg LastenstrasseUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3636
2. Take the bus from Salzburg Hbf to Bad Ischl Bahnhof150 / ...
9h 21m
€32–49
Drive 512.2 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Obertraun512.2 km
5h 10m
€89–128
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)ZRH - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Attnang-Puchheim
3. Take the train from Attnang-Puchheim to Obertraun-Dachsteinhoehlen
8h 52m
€140–398
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Woergl HbfRjx
2. Take the train from Wörgl Hbf to Attnang-PuchheimDrf / ...
3. Take the train from Attnang-Puchheim to Obertraun-DachsteinhoehlenRe
9h 13m
€153–301
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
2. Take the bus from Salzburg Hbf to Bad Ischl Bahnhof150 / ...
9h 30m
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 Attnang-Puchheim
3. Take the train from Attnang-Puchheim to Obertraun-Dachsteinhoehlen
8h 8m
€132–343

Zurich to Obertraun by train and bus

52Weekly Services

8h 14mAverage Duration

€166Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zurich to Obertraun.

Launch map view

Distance: 548.1 km
Duration: 8h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Zurich Limmatstrasse to Obertraun-Dachsteinhoehlen via Salzburg Lastenstrasse, Salzburg Hbf, Bad Ischl Bahnhof, and Bad Ischl in around 9h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Obertraun-Dachsteinhoehlen via Wörgl Hbf and Attnang-Puchheim in around 9h 13m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Austria

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.