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Zurich to Vienna by train
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Cheapest Price US$42.00
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30 days in advance US$73.00
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7 days in advance US$166.00
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First train06:40
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Last train21:40
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey7hr 50m
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Distance590 kilometres
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Trains per day9
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Avg. journey time9hr 5m
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Train operators
Explore Zurich to Vienna by train
Thinking about travelling from Zurich to Vienna by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Train cost between Zurich to Vienna
Getting from Zurich to Vienna by rail typically costs US$42.00, but runs about US$73 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to US$166. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.
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Departure frequency and timetable from Zurich to Vienna
Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Zurich to Vienna:
06:40 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
21:40 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).
06:40 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
21:40 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).
A train departs every 1 hour and 47 minutes from Zurich toward Vienna.
Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 9 trains serving this route each day.
What are the travel time and distance for trains from Zurich to Vienna?
On this route spanning 590 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 7 hours and 50 minutes.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Zurich and Vienna?
You can secure tickets for travel between Zurich and Vienna up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Further insights on trains from Zurich to Vienna
Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Vienna city guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance by train from Zurich to Vienna?
The total distance between Zurich and Vienna is 590 kilometres.
How much does a train ticket from Zurich to Vienna cost?
The cheapest ticket on this route is US$42.00. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically US$73. If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around US$166.
How far in advance can I book my Zurich to Vienna train tickets?
Tickets for this route become available 6 months before the travel date.
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Vienna?
The fastest journey on this route takes 7 hours and 50 minutes.
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Railjet
It is very easy to take the train from Zurich to Vienna – and this is a journey well worth making, for it takes in some very fine Alpine scenery. Comfortable Railjet trains run directly from Zurich to Vienna each day.
In addition, there is a breakfast-time departure which is not a Railjet but a train that has ultra-comfortable older carriages with a panorama observation car in first class. This is perfect for sightseeing, but on this service you’ll need to change trains once along the way – at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof.
For those who prefer travelling by night, there is also a direct night train from Zurich to Vienna.
Zurich to Vienna
The journey by train from Zurich to Vienna is the finest west to east transect through the Alps. Along the way, you’ll traverse the Principality of Liechtenstein and take in some superb Tyrolean scenery. Between Innsbruck and Salzburg, the train traverses German territory with some great views of the Bavarian Alps.
The direct Railjet trains to Vienna all leave from Zurich Hauptbahnhof. Upon arrival in Vienna, all trains stop at both Vienna Meidling and the city’s brand new Hauptbahnhof.