The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Linz
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
8 h 23 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Linz will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna for Linz on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 480 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Linz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €279.
Distance: 298 miles (480 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€100 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest | €364 Average price |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 11h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration Fastest 7h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Linz train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Linz trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:45 AM Bologna | 8h45 | 2:30 PM Linz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Bologna | 8h23 | 4:15 PM Linz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Linz
Distance 298 miles (480 km) |
Average train duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 23m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 22:54 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bologna to Linz start from as low as $46 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $122 (€100) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Italo from Bologna to Linz trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Linz from $46 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB Nightjet
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Linz

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Linz
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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