Familiarize yourself with OBB (Austria's national railway) Web site. OBB offers a limited number of dramatically discounted train tickets with prices sometimes under 40 euros.
Research these SparScheine fares on OBB's Web site or telephone the OBB call center at 011 (+43) (0)5 1717. The call center is staffed about 14 hours a day and recorded information is available 24 hours a day.
Keep in mind that SparScheine fares are only available on a few daytime and evening trains. There are a limited number of tickets available.
Combine SparScheine fares with discounted upgrades such as a sleeper car reservation, which includes an evening drink and breakfast in the morning.
Check to ensure that Sparscheine fares are available to Zurich from the train station you wish to depart from.
Log on to the Eurail Web site to see train travel options. Passes specifically for the Austria to Switzerland route are available to book. To book train travel From Austria To Switzerland, call Rail Europe at (888) 382-RAIL or visit the link below.
Consider the Austria to Switzerland Youth Eurail pass if you are under 26 years old. This pass offers unlimited travel on both the Austrian and Swiss national railways for a number of days, so you can still use it to get around Switzerland once you arrive.
Notice that you can book Eurail passes from Austria to Switzerland for adults over 26, but at a higher price. Saver passes are available on this route for two people traveling together as well.
