Zurich to Vienna Mitte by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Vienna Mitte

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich to Vienna Mitte, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:35 View journey
Last train 22:08 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 8hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 593
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey AU$208.78 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 23m
Train operators 23

Discover Zurich to Vienna Mitte by train

Planning a train adventure from Zurich to Vienna Mitte? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of train tickets between Zurich and Vienna Mitte

The cheapest train tickets from Zurich to Vienna Mitte start at AU$208.78. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Zurich to Vienna Mitte is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel from Zurich to Vienna Mitte

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:15 and the last departure is 22:08. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:35 and the last train leaves at 22:08. On average, a total of 14 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time from Zurich to Vienna Mitte

The quickest time by train is 8 hours and 2 minutes, travelling a total distance of 593 kilometres.

How far in advance Zurich and Vienna Mitte tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Zurich and Vienna Mitte are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your Zurich to Vienna Mitte travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Vienna Mitte.

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Vienna Mitte

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Vienna Mitte? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Zurich and Vienna Mitte spans 593 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.