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 €75 - €120 and takes 12h 50m.

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 €110 - €320.

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 twice a week, and operate Monday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 12h 50m.

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/Donau Hbf via Zuerich Hb and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Geneva to Linz?

The distance between Geneva and Linz is 663 km. The road distance is 805.1 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 via Innsbruck which takes 11h 47m and costs €190 - €460.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m 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, bus or fly from Geneva to Linz?

The best way to get from Geneva to Linz is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs €120 - €420. Alternatively, you can train via Innsbruck, which costs €190 - €460 and takes 11h 47m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 12h 50m.

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 17m to drive from Geneva to Linz.

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

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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 - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Geneva to Linz by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Linz Airport
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Linz Airport (LNZ)plane GVA - LNZ
5h 27m
€127–411
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus 1921
12h 50m
€75–120
Train via Innsbruck
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
11h 47m
€191–451
Drive 805.1 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Linzcar 805.1 km
8h 17m
€146–210
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/Donau Hbftrain
3h 43m
€113–312
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane GVA - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Linz Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 27m
€156–403
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to St. Gallentrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Gallen(Ch) to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
11h 48m
€209–323
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva Bus Station to Munich Airport Terminal 2bus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbftrain 969 / ...
13h 11m
€90–173

Geneva to Linz by train

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Distance: 663.3 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Air Dolomiti, DAT Danish Air Transport, and Lufthansa fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Linz Airport (LNZ) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Linz/Donau Hbf via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof in around 11h 47m.

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