What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Linz?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Linz is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 12h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Linz?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Linz is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva and arriving at Linz Industriezeile. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Linz. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Linz Hbf via Zuerich Hb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Geneva to Linz?

The distance between Geneva and Linz is 680 km. The road distance is 805 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Linz without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Linz without a car is to train which takes 10h 28m and costs €140 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Linz?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Geneva to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Linz bus from?

Geneva to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Linz train from?

Geneva to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Linz?

The best way to get from Geneva to Linz is to train which takes 10h 28m and costs €140 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Geneva to Linz bus arrive?

Geneva to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz Industriezeile station.

Where does the Geneva to Linz train arrive?

Geneva to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Linz is 805 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Geneva to Linz.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Linz?

Book your Geneva to Linz train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Linz?

Book your Geneva to Linz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Linz?

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Geneva to Linz - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Geneva to Linz by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane GVA - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
5h 26m
€90–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus 1921
12h 40m
€45–85
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Linz Hbftrain Rjx
10h 28m
€140–203
Drive 805 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Linzcar 805 km
8h 16m
€138–199
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane GVA - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
3h 43m
€85–247
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane GVA - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Wels Hbftrain
5h 33m
€130–337
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Salzburg Hbfbus
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Leondingtrain 5055 / ...
13h 36m

Geneva to Linz by train

41Weekly Trains

10h 28mAverage Duration

€140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 679.9 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Linz, Austria?

You can take a train from Genève to Linz Hbf via Zürich HB and Zuerich Hb in around 10h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Linz Industriezeile 3 times a week. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 12h 40m.

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