How to travel from Münster to Linz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Münster to Linz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €70, while a train costs an average of €70.

Distance: 388 miles (625 km)

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€140

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9h 52m

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9h 22m

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7h 54m

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The cheapest way to travel from Münster to Linz is a bus with an average price of €56.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Linz costing on average €70.

A bus is €603 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Münster to Linz costing on average €660.

The fastest way to travel from Münster to Linz is by train with an average journey time of 9h 52m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Flight takes on average 12h 18m.

Bus takes on average 19h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Münster and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Münster to Linz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €70 compared to roughly €140 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €70. The journey takes 9h 22m versus 7h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Münster to Linz

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

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

  • FlixBus
    1:05 PM21h55
    Münster
    11:00 AMLinz
    521One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    1:05 PM21h55
    Münster
    11:00 AMLinz
    521One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    10:50 AM19h10
    Münster
    6:00 AMLinz
    751One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Münster 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 Münster to Linz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Münster and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Münster to Linz is a bus with an average price of €56.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Linz costing on average €70.

A bus is €603 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Münster to Linz costing on average €660.

The fastest way to travel from Münster to Linz is by train with an average journey time of 9h 52m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Flight takes on average 12h 18m.

Bus takes on average 19h 58m.

The distance from Münster to Linz is approximately 388 miles (625 km).
The average frequency per day from Münster to Linz is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Münster 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 Münster to Linz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Münster (Westf) Hbf and arrive in Linz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Münster, Hafenstraße (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Linz, Industriezeile.
  • Flights mostly depart from Münster Osnabrück Airport and arrive in Linz Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Münster to Linz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Linz by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Münster to Linz:
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.
Omio customers who travel from Münster 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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