How to travel from Linz to Vienna

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Compare train and bus for Linz to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, while a bus costs an average of $46.

Distance: 96 miles (155 km)

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$43

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$46

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$49

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1h 57m

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7h 37m

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Compare ways to travel from Linz to Vienna

Compare the available ways to get from Linz to Vienna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Linz to Vienna is a train with an average price of $43 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Vienna:

A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Linz to Vienna costing on average $46 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Linz to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Linz and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Linz to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 35m faster (1h 27m by train vs 2h 2m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€36) vs $49 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Linz to Vienna

How to get from Linz to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Linz to Vienna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 821
    4:10 AM1h25
    Linz Hbf
    5:35 AMVienna
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 821
    4:10 AM1h25
    Linz Hbf
    5:35 AMVienna
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBBRJX 367
    11:20 PM1h15
    Linz Hbf
    12:35 AMVienna
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 841
    9:32 PM1h31
    Linz Hbf
    11:03 PMVienna
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 847
    4:32 AM1h31
    Linz Hbf
    6:03 AMVienna
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 843
    10:32 PM1h31
    Linz Hbf
    12:03 AMVienna
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 AM10h00
    Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm)
    6:00 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:15 PM7h05
    Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm)
    9:20 PMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $581One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:15 PM7h35
    Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm)
    9:50 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $581One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Linz to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Linz to Vienna, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Linz to Vienna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Linz to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Linz to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Linz and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Linz to Vienna is a train with an average price of $43 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Vienna:

A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Linz to Vienna costing on average $46 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Linz to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 37m.

The distance from Linz to Vienna is approximately 96 miles (155 km).
The average frequency per day from Linz to Vienna is:
  • Around 56 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Linz and Vienna as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Linz to Vienna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Linz Hbf and arrive in Vienna Westbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Linz, Industriezeile and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Linz to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, LikeBus, Euroticket, LikeBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Linz to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Infobus, LikeBus, Euroticket, LikeBus.
  • 51 direct trains per day with Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Omio customers who travel from Linz to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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