1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£115
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£130
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
589 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 589 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £369.
Distance: 589 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £369 Average Price | £163 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof costing on average £97.
A coach is £315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof costing on average £369.
Other travel options to Vienna Westbahnhof take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 17m.
Coach takes on average 10h 58m.
Tickets start at around £97 compared to roughly £163 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £66. The journey takes 8h 17m versus 7h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:40 Zurich HB | 8h02 | 14:42 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 Zurich HB | 8h32 | 18:12 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 589 km distance in 7h 41m.
Distance 589 km |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 41m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 19:32 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna Westbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich HB to Vienna Westbahnhof trains use the Zürich HB to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich HB and Vienna Westbahnhof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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