The average train between Budapest and Linz takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Budapest to Linz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Budapest and Linz. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Linz at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Linz. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Linz station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Budapest to Linz train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Linz train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Linz Hbf station.
Book your Budapest to Linz train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Railjet and 2 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Linz is 365.6 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Linz Hbf via Wien Hbf in around 3h 51m.