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 München Ost and arriving at Linz Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

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 3h and costs €30 - €90.

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

The train from München Ost to Linz Hbf takes 3h including transfers and departs every four 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 Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from München Ost station.

Train or bus from Munich to Linz?

The best way to get from Munich to Linz is to train which takes 3h and costs €30 - €90. 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 Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Linz 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?

Book your Munich to Linz bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Linz?

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Munich to Linz - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 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 München Ost to Linz Hbftrain Nj
3h
€30–90
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Muenchen Ost to Linz 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
€38–54
Train via Salzburg
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Rjx / ...
3h 1m
€42–222
Train via Salzburg #2
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
3h 31m
€40–222

Munich to Linz by train

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Distance: 266.6 km
Duration: 3h

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from München Ost to Linz Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 3h. 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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