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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Linz is to rideshare which costs €8 - €10 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Linz is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €30 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Linz. However, there are services departing from Stephansplatz and arriving at Linz Hbf via Wien Westbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Vienna to Linz?

The distance between Vienna and Linz is 184 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Linz without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €30 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Vienna to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Linz train from?

Vienna to Linz train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Wien Westbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Linz?

The best way to get from Vienna to Linz is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Vienna to Linz train arrive?

Vienna to Linz train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Linz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Linz?

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

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 371+ hotels available in Linz.

Can I share a ride from Vienna to Linz?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Vienna to Linz 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 Wien Westbahnhof to Linz Hbftrain 978 / ...
1h 43m
€32–82
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Vienna to Linzrideshare 181 km
2h 32m
€8–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus 882 / ...
3h 32m
€13–22
Drive 181.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Linzcar 181.4 km
1h 55m
€30–43

Vienna to Linz by subway and train

246Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.3 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

WESTbahn Gmbh operates a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Linz Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–80 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna Erdberg to Linz Industriezeile 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–20 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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