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If you want to travel from Zürich to Vienna Hbf by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Zürich to Vienna Hbf by train to take around 9 hours 46 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 7 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 20 trains per day running on this route, which spans 368 miles (592 km). There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Vienna Hbf. Both ÖBB and SBB trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Zürich to Vienna Hbf start from £35.89 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
It takes an average of 9h 46m to travel from Zürich to Vienna Hbf by train, over a distance of around 368 miles (592 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Zürich to Vienna Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £35.89 when you book in advance.
First train | 00:24 | |
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Last train | 22:16 | |
Departure station | Zürich | |
Arrival station | Vienna Hbf | |
Journey time | From 7h 52m | |
Distance | 368 miles (592 km) | |
Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £35.89 | |
Train and bus operators |
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Zürich to Vienna Hbf by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Zürich and Vienna Hbf is 9 hours and 46 minutes, with around 20 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Zürich to Vienna Hbf is 7 hours and 52 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Zürich to Vienna Hbf can start from as little as £35.89 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Zürich to Vienna Hbf without having to change trains. There are 6 direct trains from Zürich to Vienna Hbf each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Zürich to Vienna Hbf leaves at 00:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Zürich to Vienna Hbf leaves at 22:16. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Zürich to Vienna Hbf cover a distance of around 368 miles (592 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Vienna Hbf to Zürich. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Zürich to Vienna Hbf.