Where do I depart from Munich? Where do I arrive in Linz?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Linz: Buses most often depart from Munich at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Linz at Linz, Industriezeile. Trains from Munich to Linz most often leave from Munich Hbf and arrive in Linz Hbf.

What companies run services between Munich and Linz?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Munich to Linz: You can travel to Linz from Munich by bus with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus or Arda Tur. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $14 (€12) with FlixBus from Munich to Linz. You can travel between Munich and Linz by train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug or ÖBB | ICE. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $20 (€17) with ÖBB from Munich to Linz.

Is there a way to travel directly from Munich to Linz?

Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Linz with the following travel companies: Direct trains with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity or ÖBB Nightjet with 3 direct trains per day. Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Linz as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Munich and Linz.

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Travel Information from Munich to Linz

Distance	125 miles (201 km)
Available travel modes	Train or bus
Ticket price range	$14 - $20
Cheapest mode	Bus • $14 (€12) • 3 h 15 min
Fastest mode	Train • $20 (€17) • 2 h 10 min
Popular travel companies	BlaBlaCar or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 125 miles (201 km) by train or bus from Munich to Linz. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are BlaBlaCar or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Munich to Linz.

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from Munich to Linz

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

Our recommendation

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

08:00AM3h55

Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

11:55AMLinz, Industriezeile

$221One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

12:20PM3h45

Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

04:05PMLinz, Industriezeile

$191One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

05:59PM2h35

Munich Ost

08:34PMLinz Hbf

$891One-way

0 transfers

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Bus

08:16AM4h44

Munich Isartor

01:00PMLinz Hbf

$221One-way

2 transfers

08:16AM2h59

Munich Hbf

11:15AMLinz Hbf

$651One-way

1 transfer

09:29AM2h46

Munich Hbf

12:15PMLinz Hbf

$881One-way

0 transfers

04:35AM3h25

Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

08:00AMLinz, Industriezeile

$191One-way

0 transfers

11:15PM3h15

Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

02:30AMLinz, Industriezeile

$211One-way

0 transfers

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How to get from Munich to Linz

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Linz, 85,29% 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 Munich to Linz 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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Find the best trip from Munich to Linz with Omio's travel partners ÖBB Nightjet, Westbahn and ÖBB! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

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ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Munich to Linz. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Westbahn is a train company based in Austria, offering services throughout the country. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains, including the EuroCity, InterCity, and RailJet. The EuroCity is a high-speed train that connects major cities in Austria, while the InterCity is a regional train that stops at smaller towns and villages. The RailJet is a luxurious train that offers a range of onboard amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. Westbahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Passengers can also purchase tickets online or at the station. The most popular routes for Westbahn include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. All of these routes offer frequent departures throughout the day, making it easy to find a convenient time to travel.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FAQs: Travel from Munich to Linz

FAQs: 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 Munich to Linz.

You can get from Munich to Linz 2 different ways: train or bus.

The cheapest way to go to Linz from Munich is by taking a bus, which costs on average $14 (€12).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Munich to Linz:

A bus is $5 (€5) less than a train with an average ticket price of $20 (€17) from Munich to Linz.

The fastest way from Munich to Linz is by train with an average journey time of 2 h 10 min.

There are alternative travel options to Linz that take longer:

Bus takes on average 3 h 15 min.

The distance is approximately 125 miles (201 km) from Munich to Linz.

The average frequency per day from Munich to Linz is:

1 bus a day.
Around 12 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Linz:

Buses most often depart from Munich at Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Linz at Linz, Industriezeile.
Trains from Munich to Linz most often leave from Munich Hbf and arrive in Linz Hbf.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Munich to Linz:

You can travel to Linz from Munich by bus with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Ourbus or Arda Tur. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $14 (€12) with FlixBus from Munich to Linz.
You can travel between Munich and Linz by train with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug or ÖBB | ICE. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $20 (€17) with ÖBB from Munich to Linz.

Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Linz with the following travel companies:

Direct trains with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity or ÖBB Nightjet with 3 direct trains per day.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Linz as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Munich and Linz.

Your trip from Munich to Linz doesn't have to end in Linz. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Vienna, Prague, Salzburg or Budapest. If you’d like to add Vienna, Prague, Salzburg or Budapest to your Munich to Linz tour, check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel to any of these top destinations from Linz today!

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