What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Upper Austria?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Upper Austria?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Upper Austria is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €9 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Upper Austria?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Upper Austria. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Linz/Donau Taubenmarkt via Linz/Donau Fernheizkraftwerk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Upper Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Upper Austria. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Linz/Donau Hauptplatz via Linz/Donau Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Vienna to Upper Austria?

The distance between Vienna and Upper Austria is 187 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.

How do I travel from Vienna to Upper Austria without a car?

The best way to get from Vienna to Upper Austria without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €9 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Upper Austria?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Vienna to Upper Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Upper Austria bus from?

Vienna to Upper Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Upper Austria train from?

Vienna to Upper Austria train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Upper Austria?

The best way to get from Vienna to Upper Austria is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €9 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Vienna to Upper Austria bus arrive?

Vienna to Upper Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz Industriezeile station.

Where does the Vienna to Upper Austria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Upper Austria?

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

Where can I stay near Upper Austria?

There are 371+ hotels available in Upper Austria.

Can I share a ride from Vienna to Upper Austria?

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

Vienna to Upper Austria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Upper Austria 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 Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Rjx / ...
1h 25m
€9–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Vienna to Linzrideshare 181 km
2h 32m
€8–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Linz Industriezeilebus 1291
2h 43m
€21–35
Train via Wien Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Linz Hbftrain Ice
1h 29m
€9–65
Drive 181.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Linzcar 181.4 km
1h 55m
€29–42

Vienna to Upper Austria by train and tram

439Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.1 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Linz Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Seven other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Linz Industriezeile 4 times a week. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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