Vienna to Linz by bus

Travelling from Vienna to Linz by bus takes about 2h 40m, run by City transit, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is train, at 1h 19m. The bus is still the cheapest.

A closer look at the Bus journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Ticket price
€12

Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day

Total journey
2h 40m
Change
1 transfer
Operator
City transit, FlixBus

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Vienna to Vienna CentralCity transit10m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Vienna Central
  2. 2
    Vienna Central to LinzFlixBus2h 10m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time2h 40m

Departures from Vienna to Linz

FlixBus runs 20 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:35 and the last at 19:55.

OperatorDepartures a dayFirstLast
FlixBus2002:3519:55

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Before you travel

Where does the bus leave from?

This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.

Seats and the service

Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Bus· 1h 50m€12Book
  • Train· 1h 15m€10Book

Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8

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Vienna to Linz by bus: common questions

How long does Vienna to Linz take by bus?

About 2h 40m, 1 transfer.

How much is a bus ticket from Vienna to Linz?

Omio publishes €12 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.

Who runs the bus from Vienna to Linz?

City transit, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the bus or the train better?

The train is faster at 1h 19m. The bus wins on price.

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