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Vienna to Zurich Trains

27
Aug
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Departure schedule

Morning departures

Fastest trip9 hrs 0 min
Longest trip13 hrs 0 min
Earliest00:28
Latest11:28
Departures5

Afternoon departures

Fastest trip9 hrs 0 min
Longest trip15 hrs 0 min
Earliest12:28
Latest17:28
Departures6

Night departures

Fastest trip12 hrs 57 min
Longest trip12 hrs 57 min
Earliest21:39
Latest21:39
Departures1

Travelling from Vienna to Zurich by Train

Traveling from Vienna to Zurich by train is a comfortable and scenic experience, thanks to ÖBB’s high-speed Railjet service. Designed for both speed and convenience, Railjet trains connect central Vienna to Zurich in approximately 7.5 to 8.5 hours, with direct routes available throughout the day. These trains pass through beautiful alpine landscapes and major Austrian cities such as Salzburg and Innsbruck, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.

Onboard, passengers enjoy spacious, air-conditioned coaches with comfortable seating, power outlets, onboard dining options, and ample luggage space. With multilingual announcements and digital displays, navigating the journey is simple for international travelers. Departing from Wien Hauptbahnhof, a major transit hub with local and long-distance connections, and arriving at Zürich HB in the heart of the city, this route offers a smooth and relaxing way to travel between two of Europe’s cultural capitals.

Vienna to Zurich trains information

Vienna
Vienna Hauptbahnhof, AustriaVienna Meidling, AustriaVienna Rennweg, AustriaVienna Westbahnhof, AustriaVienna Central Bus Station, AustriaVienna Erdberg (VIB), AustriaVienna Franz-Josefs, Austria
780 km
Zurich
Zurich HauptbahnhofZurich Bus station
9 h 0 m
Shortest travel time
$134
Lowest train ticket cost
12
Avg. daily departures
00:28
Earliest departure
21:39
Latest departure

Traveling from Vienna to Zurich by train is a comfortable and scenic experience, thanks to ÖBB’s high-speed Railjet service. Designed for both speed and convenience, Railjet trains connect central Vienna to Zurich in approximately 7.5 to 8.5 hours, with direct routes available throughout the day. These trains pass through beautiful alpine landscapes and major Austrian cities such as Salzburg and Innsbruck, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination.

Onboard, passengers enjoy spacious, air-conditioned coaches with comfortable seating, power outlets, onboard dining options, and ample luggage space. With multilingual announcements and digital displays, navigating the journey is simple for international travelers. Departing from Wien Hauptbahnhof, a major transit hub with local and long-distance connections, and arriving at Zürich HB in the heart of the city, this route offers a smooth and relaxing way to travel between two of Europe’s cultural capitals.