How to travel from Munich to Linz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Linz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €528.

Distance: 125 miles (202 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Munich to Linz

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

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Linz is a bus with an average price of €22.

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

A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Linz costing on average €61.

A bus is €507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Linz costing on average €528.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Linz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 5m.

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Linz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 2m by train vs 3h 3m by car). Tickets start at around €61 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Munich to Linz

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBBRJX 261
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBBRJX 261
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Westbahn969
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 215 · RJ 845
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRJX 261+ÖBB | InterCityIC 749
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 1293+ÖBB | InterCityIC 843
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS184+ÖBB | InterCityIC 742
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS184+ÖBB | InterCityIC 746
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS184+ÖBB | InterCityIC 648
    1 transfer

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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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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Linz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Linz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Linz is a bus with an average price of €22.

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

A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Linz costing on average €61.

A bus is €507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Linz costing on average €528.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Linz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Linz take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 5m.

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

The distance from Munich to Linz is approximately 125 miles (202 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Linz is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich 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 Munich to Linz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Linz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Linz Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Linz, Industriezeile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Linz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Danish Air Transport, Austrian Airlines to go to Linz by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni International, LikeBus, LikeBus to go to Linz by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Linz by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Linz with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Euroticket, Union Ivkoni International, LikeBus, LikeBus.
  • 15 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Linz often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, London, Bari, Salzburg. 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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