How to travel from Linz to Zurich

There are 3 options to travel between Linz and Zurich including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Linz to Zurich is a bus with an average price of kr550.

This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Zurich:

A bus is kr422 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Zurich costing on average kr972.

A bus is kr8430 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Zurich costing on average kr8980.

The fastest way to travel from Linz to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 57m.

Bus takes on average 8h 8m.

The distance from Linz to Zurich is approximately 274 miles (441 km).

The average frequency per day from Linz to Zurich is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 3 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Linz and Zurich as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Linz to Zurich:

• Flights mostly depart from Linz Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Linz Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
• Buses mostly depart from Linz, Industriezeile and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Linz to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn to go to Zurich by train.
• Travel with Air Dolomiti to go to Zurich by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, ArdaTur to go to Zurich by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Linz to Zurich with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet.
• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Linz to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.