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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Linz is to bus which costs €16 - €29 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Linz is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží and arriving at Linz central train station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Linz Hbf. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Prague to Linz?

The distance between Prague and Linz is 246 km. The road distance is 243 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Linz without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €16 - €29.

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

The bus from Prague, Central Train Station to Linz central train station takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Prague to Linz bus from?

Prague to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Linz train from?

Prague to Linz train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Linz?

The best way to get from Prague to Linz is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €16 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €110 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Prague to Linz bus arrive?

Prague to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz central train station.

Where does the Prague to Linz train arrive?

Prague to Linz train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Linz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Linz is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Prague to Linz.

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

Book your Prague to Linz train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 389+ hotels available in Linz.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Linz central train stationbus 197
3h 45m
€16–29
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbftrain Ec
3h 45m
€30–110
Drive 243 km
1. Drive from Prague to Linzcar 243 km
2h 38m
€40–58
Bus via Český Krumlov
1. Take the bus from Prague to Český Krumlovbus Prague to Cesky Krumlov
2. Take the bus from Český Krumlov to Linzbus Cesky Krumlov to Linz
5h 30m
€45–63

Prague to Linz by bus

11Weekly Buses

3h 45mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.8 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Linz, Austria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Linz central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–29 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €60–110 and the journey takes 3h 45m. České dráhy (ČD) also services this route once daily.

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