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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Linz is to night train which costs €12 - €15 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Linz is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Linz Industriezeile. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Muenchen Ost and arriving at Linz/Donau Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Munich to Linz?

The distance between Munich and Linz is 267 km. The road distance is 229.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Linz without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €29 - €95.

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

The train from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbf takes 2h 51m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Munich to Linz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Munich to Linz train from?

Munich to Linz train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Muenchen Ost station.

Train or bus from Munich to Linz?

The best way to get from Munich to Linz is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €29 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Munich to Linz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Linz train arrive?

Munich to Linz train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Can I drive from Munich to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Linz is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Munich to Linz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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Munich to Linz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Munich to Linz by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbftrain 969 / ...
2h 51m
€29–95
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbfnighttrain Nj
3h 15m
€12–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus 882 / ...
3h 45m
€17–35
Drive 229.5 km
1. Drive from Munich to Linzcar 229.5 km
2h 29m
€37–54
Night train via Pasing
1. Take the nighttrain from Muenchen-Pasing to Linz/Donau Hbfnighttrain En
6h 29m
€15–20

Munich to Linz by train

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Distance: 266.7 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Linz, Austria?

WESTbahn Gmbh operates a train from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €50–90 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Linz Industriezeile every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Arda Tur also services this route 3 times a week.

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