How to travel from Vienna to Zell am See

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Compare train and bus for Vienna to Zell am See

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $52, while a flight costs an average of $673.

Distance: 177 miles (285 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Vienna to Zell am See

Compare the available ways to get from Vienna to Zell am See, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Zell am See is a train with an average price of $52 (€44).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Zell am See:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Zell am See costing on average $53 (€45).

A train is $622 (€523) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Zell am See costing on average $673 (€566).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Zell am See is by train with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Zell am See take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 8h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Zell am See including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Zell am See among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (4h 22m by train vs 4h 28m by car) and roughly $38 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€44) vs $89 (€75)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Vienna to Zell am See

How to get from Vienna to Zell am See by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Vienna to Zell am See is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBBRJX 160+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBBIR 518
    7:28 AM4h16
    Vienna Hbf
    11:44 AMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBBRJX 160+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBBIR 518
    7:28 AM4h16
    Vienna Hbf
    11:44 AMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBBRJX 160+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBBIR 518
    7:28 AM4h16
    Vienna Hbf
    11:44 AMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX 260 · IR 718
    6:28 AM4h16
    Vienna Hbf
    10:44 AMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 540+ÖBBIR 718
    5:57 AM4h47
    Vienna Hbf
    10:44 AMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRJX 160+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 3
    7:28 AM4h54
    Vienna Hbf
    12:22 PMZell am See station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Zell am See

Travel to Zell am See easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Vienna to Zell am See.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Zell am See including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Zell am See is a train with an average price of $52 (€44).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Zell am See:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Zell am See costing on average $53 (€45).

A train is $622 (€523) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Zell am See costing on average $673 (€566).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Zell am See is by train with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Zell am See take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 8h 57m.

The distance from Vienna to Zell am See is approximately 177 miles (285 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Zell am See is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Zell am See:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Westbahnhof and arrive in Zell am See station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Zell am See, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug to go to Zell am See by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zell am See by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Zell am See by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Vienna to Zell am See:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Zell am See often also extend their vacation to go to Salzburg, Munich, Innsbruck, Prague, Budapest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zell am See and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zell am See to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zell am See, you can enjoy a scenic hike through the Sigmund-Thun Gorge, explore the medieval Kaprun Castle, and play golf at the Zell am See-Kaprun Golf Club with stunning alpine views. Experience the thrill of paragliding over Zell am See, relax at the Tauern Spa with its thermal pools, or take a walk by the picturesque Lake Zell. In winter, ski at Schmittenhöhe or the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, and in summer, hike and take in the panoramic views. Visit the impressive Kaprun High Mountain Reservoirs and stroll through the charming Zell am See Old Town with its historic buildings and quaint cafes.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Zell am See allows you to explore its key attractions, including Lake Zell, Schmittenhöhe mountain, and the picturesque town center.

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