When traveling between Vienna and Linz, what are the departure and arrival points in Vienna and Linz?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Vienna to Linz: Most travelers catch their train from Wien Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Linz Hbf.

What companies run services between Vienna and Linz?

Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with from Vienna to Linz: You can take a train from Vienna to Linz with Westbahn. Cheap tickets can be found for $45 (€40) with Westbahn from Vienna to Linz.

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from Vienna to Linz

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

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

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Vienna Westbahnhof

07:54PMLinz Hauptbahnhof

€341One-way

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Vienna Westbahnhof

07:54PMLinz Hauptbahnhof

€341One-way

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Vienna Central Station

09:43AMLinz Hauptbahnhof

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07:38PM1h16

Vienna Westbahnhof

08:54PMLinz Hauptbahnhof

€341One-way

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09:38AM1h16

Vienna Westbahnhof

10:54AMLinz Hauptbahnhof

€341One-way

0 transfers

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Vienna Westbahnhof

08:24PMLinz Hauptbahnhof

€341One-way

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Travel Information from Vienna to Linz

	Distance	95 miles (154 km)
	Available travel modes	Train
	Fastest mode	Train • $45 (€40) • 1 h 16 min
	Popular travel companies	Westbahn

Take a train to travel 95 miles (154 km) to Linz from Vienna. Westbahn is the main travel company operating this trip. Travelers can even take a direct train from Vienna to Linz.

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Vienna to Linz, 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 Vienna 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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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.

ÖBB is the national railway company of Austria, providing a comprehensive network of services throughout the country including trains between Vienna and Linz. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity Express (ICE) trains, EuroCity (EC) trains, InterCity (IC) trains, and Regional Express (REX) trains. ICE trains are the fastest, offering the most comfortable and luxurious travel experience, while EC trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. IC trains are the most common, providing a reliable and affordable service, and REX trains are the slowest but offer the most frequent stops. ÖBB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for ÖBB include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

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.

Cheapest Price: $21

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $20

FAQs: Travel from Vienna 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 Vienna to Linz.

Travel Vienna to Linz by train.

Traveling by train is also the quickest way from Vienna to Linz. It takes on average 1 h 16 min to travel this journey.

The Vienna to Linz distance is around 95 miles (154 km).

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Linz is:

Around 66 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Vienna to Linz:

Most travelers catch their train from Wien Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Linz Hbf.

Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with from Vienna to Linz:

You can take a train from Vienna to Linz with Westbahn. Cheap tickets can be found for $45 (€40) with Westbahn from Vienna to Linz.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Vienna to Linz:

66 direct trains per day with Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | Railjet.

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 from Vienna to Linz.

Your trip from Vienna to Linz doesn't have to end in Linz. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Salzburg, Munich or Prague. If you’d like to add Salzburg, Munich or Prague to your Vienna 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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