How to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $103 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $103, while a flight costs an average of $387.

Distance: 275 miles (444 km)

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$161

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$387

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$103

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$153

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9h 29m

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8h 59m

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4h 19m

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12h 50m

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6h 50m

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is a bus with an average price of $103.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee:

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee costing on average $161.

A bus is $284 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee costing on average $387.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 29m.

Bus takes on average 12h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Klagenfurt am Wörthersee including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 31m sooner (2h 19m by flight vs 6h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $387 compared to roughly $153 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee

How to get from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 13473+ÖBB | InterCityIC 795+ÖBBRJX19985 · IR 787
    6:32 AM9h42
    Zurich HB
    4:14 PMKlagenfurt Annabichl
    $611One-way
    5 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 13473+ÖBB | InterCityIC 795+ÖBBRJX19985 · IR 787
    6:32 AM9h42
    Zurich HB
    4:14 PMKlagenfurt Annabichl
    $611One-way
    5 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS146 · OS111
    8:50 PM2h30
    Zurich Airport
    11:20 PMKlagenfurt Airport
    $4471One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX13477 · IR 717+ÖBB | InterCityIC 797+ÖBBRJX 136
    8:32 AM9h42
    Zurich HB
    6:14 PMKlagenfurt Annabichl
    $1281One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 195 · RJ 215 · IR 687
    3:32 PM13h32
    Zurich HB
    5:04 AMKlagenfurt Ostbf
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 195 · RJ 215 · IR 687
    3:32 PM13h35
    Zurich HB
    5:07 AMKlagenfurt Annabichl
    $1531One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS134 · OS109
    10:40 AM3h20
    Zurich Airport
    2:00 PMKlagenfurt Airport
    $4471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS144 · OS111
    6:55 PM4h25
    Zurich Airport
    11:20 PMKlagenfurt Airport
    $4471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS132 · OS109
    8:50 AM5h10
    Zurich Airport
    2:00 PMKlagenfurt Airport
    $4471One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee

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There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Klagenfurt am Wörthersee including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is a bus with an average price of $103.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee:

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee costing on average $161.

A bus is $284 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee costing on average $387.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 29m.

Bus takes on average 12h 50m.

The distance from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is approximately 275 miles (444 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Klagenfurt am Wörthersee 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 Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Klagenfurt Annabichl.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Klagenfurt, Hauptbahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Klagenfurt Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines to go to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB to go to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee by train.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Ljubljana, Venice, Graz, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Klagenfurt am Wörthersee and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Klagenfurt am Wörthersee to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, you can enjoy swimming, boating, and scenic views at Wörthersee Lake. Explore the cultural and natural history of Carinthia at Landesmuseum Kärnten and visit the unique Eboardmuseum dedicated to electronic musical instruments. For outdoor enthusiasts, Kreuzbergl offers hiking trails with panoramic city views. Shop and dine at City Arkaden, and don't miss the detailed miniature models at Minimundus. Discover more of the city's charm at the historic Lindwurm Fountain, the serene Botanical Garden, and the Renaissance-style Landhaus.
To fully experience Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its key attractions, including the Wörthersee lake, Minimundus, and the historic city center.

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