The cheapest and fastest buses from Linz to Vienna
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Linz to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Vienna will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 17 buses that leave Linz for Vienna on Sat, Mar 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
01:10PM1h40Linz02:50PMVienna€91One-way0 transfers
09:20AM2h00Linz11:20AMVienna€111One-way0 transfers
08:20AM1h40Linz10:00AMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
06:00PM1h50Linz07:50PMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
02:00PM2h00Linz04:00PMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
01:10PM1h40Linz02:50PMVienna€91One-way0 transfers
08:20AM1h40Linz10:00AMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
06:00PM1h50Linz07:50PMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
09:20AM2h00Linz11:20AMVienna€111One-way0 transfers
02:00PM2h00Linz04:00PMVienna€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Linz to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 155 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€39 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linz to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Vienna buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 8h15 | 9:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 7h50 | 9:25 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 9h40 | 11:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 9h40 | 1:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 9h15 | 7:25 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 8h50 | 7:00 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 9h00 | 7:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 7h40 | 9:10 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 7h20 | 8:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 6h50 | 8:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Linz, Industriezeile | 10h15 | 1:35 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:59 PM Linz, Industriezeile | 9h41 | 8:40 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Linz to Vienna
Buses from Linz to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 155 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Linz to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Linz to Vienna with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Linz to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Vienna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Linz to Vienna
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
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