How to travel from Krimmler Ache to Lech, Austria

The distance between Krimmler Ache and Lech is around 216km (134 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Krimmler Ache to Lech by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LechKrimmler Ache if you're planning a return trip.

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Take the train to Zell Am See and then to Langen Am Arlberg.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Mittersill then take the bus to Kitzbühel Bahnhof then take the train to Woergl Hbf and then to Langen Am Arlberg then take the bus to Lech Rüfiplatz.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €49($49)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lech.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance216km (134 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Krimmler Ache and Lech

There are several options for getting from Krimmler Ache to Lech by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around €49 ($49) and will take around 3h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €25 ($25).

The distance between Krimmler Ache and Lech is around 216km (134 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 154km (96 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Krimmler Ache and Lech by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Krimmler Ache to Lech is to drive which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €25 ($25).

The cheapest way to travel between Krimmler Ache and Lech, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around €49 ($49) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Krimmler Ache and Lech. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Krimmler Ache to Lech. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Zell Am See and Langen Am Arlberg. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 5hrs.

Salzburg AG and Austrian Railways (ÖBB) run train services between Krimmler Ache and Lech. Trains depart once a week and will take around 5hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Krimmler Ache and Lech. We recommend that you drive to Lech. instead which will take 2h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Krimmler Ache to Lech. We recommend that you take the train to Zell Am See and then to Langen Am Arlberg. instead which will take 5hrs.

The closest major airport to Lech is Innsbruck Airport (INN) (INN) which is approximately 92km (57 miles) from Lech. Salzburg Airport (SZG) (SZG) and Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) (KLU) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Krimmler Ache and Lech. The distance is around 216km (134 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Krimmler Ache to Lech is to take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around €55 ($55).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Krimmler Ache and Lech

Transport options from Krimmler Ache to Lech
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
5hrs
€55($55)
once a week323km (201 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3h 50m
€49($49)
every 4 hours268km (166 miles)
Bus and Train4h 15m
€56($56)
every 3 hours276km (172 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
€25($25)
on demand216km (134 miles)

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Airports near Lech

The following major airports near Lech offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Austria and internationally.

INN
Innsbruck Airport (INN)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Lech
SZG
Salzburg Airport (SZG)
International Airport
Distance
224km (139 miles) from Lech
KLU
Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)
International Airport
Distance
324km (201 miles) from Lech