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Trip Summary
58 trains operate daily from Vienna to Linz. The train trip from Vienna to Linz is usually about 2 hours and 2 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest WESTbahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 96 mi (155 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 9m |
| Lowest price | $41.05 |
| Trains per day | 58 |
| Most frequent service | WESTbahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Vienna to Linz?
WESTbahn is the one and only train line which connects Vienna to Linz. However, there are 58 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| WESTbahn | 58 | 2h 3m | $41.05 |
WESTbahn train tickets from Vienna to Linz start from $41, and on average cost . Daily there are 58 WESTbahn schedules to Linz. WESTbahn in Vienna leaves from Hütteldorf and one other station. And in Linz trains arrive at Central Station .
From Vienna to Linz train travel on WESTbahn takes 2 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Linz faster, WESTbahn offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Vienna to Linz tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Vienna at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 58 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Vienna to Linz.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Linz to Vienna.
City Information
Vienna
Blessed with extravagant baroque structures and a romantic vibe, Vienna is the heart of Austria, and the country’s most famous destination. The pride of Vienna is the towering giant that is St. Stephen’s Cathedral, which has stood on the same spot for over eight centuries. The characteristically Gothic cathedral has withstood several wars that have befallen the city, and it is still able to keep its stunning beauty. After exploring the cathedral, don’t hesitate to take the chance to visit the catacombs, where victims of the Great Plague of Vienna were laid to rest. If you’re interested in art and history, check out the Museum of Fine Arts, which includes masterpieces by artists such as Titian, Velasquez, Van Dyke, and Rubens. For those who simply enjoy lounging around, the Schönbrunn Palace is a vast complex with plenty of green zones for picnics.
For those looking to try authentic Viennese goulash, Lugeck and Ofenloch are two famous establishments. For cheaper eats, try Motto in Weiden.
Vienna Hauptbahnhof is the main railway station in the city, offering access to other popular destinations such as Berlin and Munich. Vienna International Busterminal is the main bus station in the Austrian capital, serving carriers such as FlixBus. The city’s main airport is the Vienna International Airport, which is located just 11 miles southeast of the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vienna?
Main departure station: West Train Station
There are two stations in Vienna where you can board the train to Linz.
All train stations in Vienna:
West Train Station
Hütteldorf
Where is the train station in Linz?
Main arrival station: Central Station
Linz has one train station.
All train stations in Linz:
Central Station
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