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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Vienna is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Vienna is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Linz to Vienna?

The distance between Linz and Vienna is 185 km. The road distance is 180.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €85.

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

The train from Linz Hbf to Wien Hbf takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Linz to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Linz to Vienna train from?

Linz to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Vienna?

The best way to get from Linz to Vienna is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €20 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €22 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Linz to Vienna bus arrive?

Linz to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where does the Linz to Vienna train arrive?

Linz to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Vienna is 181 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Linz to Vienna.

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

Book your Linz to Vienna train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 2395+ hotels available in Vienna.

Can I share a ride from Linz to Vienna?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Linz and Vienna. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Linz to Vienna - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Linz to Vienna by train, bus, rideshare, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Rjx / ...
1h 15m
€20–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Linz to Viennarideshare 180.8 km
2h 32m
€10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus 1291
2h 10m
€12–22
Drive 180.6 km
1. Drive from Linz to Viennacar 180.6 km
1h 55m
€29–42

Linz to Vienna by train

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Distance: 185 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Vienna, Austria?

Railjet operates a train from Linz Hbf to Wien Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Nine other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz 4 times a week. Tickets cost €12–22 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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