How to travel from Milan to Linz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Linz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a bus costs an average of $100.

Distance: 310 miles (500 km)

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$100

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$22

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$236

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(fuel + tolls)

12h 38m

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12h 8m

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9h 12m

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8h 42m

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8h 11m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Linz is a train with an average price of $22.

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

A train is $78 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Linz costing on average $100.

A train is $552 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Linz costing on average $574.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Linz is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 12m.

Bus takes on average 12h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Linz among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 40m sooner (3h 31m by flight vs 8h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $574 compared to roughly $236 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Milan to Linz

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

Our recommendation

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

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2629+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 80+ÖBB | InterCityIC 19939+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263
    2:25 PM11h05
    Milan Centrale
    1:30 AMLinz Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2629+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 80+ÖBB | InterCityIC 19939+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263
    2:25 PM11h05
    Milan Centrale
    1:30 AMLinz Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH249+Danish Air TransportLH7342
    11:20 AM4h15
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    3:35 PMLinz Airport
    $5821One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2627+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 80+ÖBB | InterCityIC 19939+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263
    1:25 PM12h05
    Milan Centrale
    1:30 AMLinz Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2621+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 80+ÖBB | InterCityIC 19939+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263
    10:25 AM15h05
    Milan Centrale
    1:30 AMLinz Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2619+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 80+ÖBB | InterCityIC 19939+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263
    9:25 AM16h05
    Milan Centrale
    1:30 AMLinz Hbf
    $731One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:10 PM13h55
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    11:05 AMLinz, Industriezeile
    $761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM15h00
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:15 PMLinz, Industriezeile
    $761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 AM14h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    1:50 AMLinz, Industriezeile
    $771One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRJX 768+easyJetU25445
    1:25 PM10h18
    Milan Linate Airport
    11:43 PMLinz Hbf
    $841One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 748+easyJetU25445
    1:25 PM8h03
    Milan Linate Airport
    9:28 PMLinz Hbf
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 744+easyJetU25445
    1:25 PM6h03
    Milan Linate Airport
    7:28 PMLinz Hbf
    $1111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Linz

Travel to Linz 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 Milan to Linz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Linz is a bus with an average price of $87.

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

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Linz costing on average $144.

A bus is $372 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Linz costing on average $459.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Linz is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 49m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 18m.

Bus takes on average 12h 6m.

The distance from Milan to Linz is approximately 310 miles (500 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Linz is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Linz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Linz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Porta Garibaldi and arrive in Linz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Linz, Industriezeile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Linz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Linz by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Italo to go to Linz by train.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Linz often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Salzburg, Munich, Budapest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Linz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Linz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Linz, you can take a scenic walk along the Danube River, visit the Botanical Garden, explore vibrant local markets, attend performances at the Brucknerhaus, and try the famous Linzer Torte. For sights, visit the Ars Electronica Center, Lentos Art Museum, Linz Castle Museum, Pöstlingberg, and Hauptplatz.
To fully experience Linz's cultural attractions, vibrant arts scene, and picturesque surroundings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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