4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Linz
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Linz will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 9 buses that leave Vienna for Linz on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Vienna to Linz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Linz 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 40m. 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 €38.
Distance: 155 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€56 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Linz bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Linz buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 11h15 | 1:25 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 10h10 | 1:25 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h55 | 5:25 PM Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Linz
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Buses from Vienna to Linz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 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 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 155 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Vienna to LinzYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Linz with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus 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 Vienna to Linz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Linz 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 Linz, 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 Vienna to Linz
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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