4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz to Munich
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 18
62
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Munich will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 62 trains from Linz to Munich, including 30 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
RJ 112+
IC 6484:30 PM3h16Linz Hbf7:46 PMMunich Hbf€171One-way1 transfer
EC 462+
RE512:51 AM4h58Linz Hbf5:49 AMMunich Hbf€171One-way1 transfer- RJ 820+
REX 51+
R 51+RE41:59 AM6h36Linz Hbf8:35 AMMunich Hbf€171One-way3 transfers 
EC 12106:34 PM3h25Linz Hbf9:59 PMMunich Hbf€201One-way0 transfers- ICE 12124:34 PM3h22Linz Hbf7:56 PMMunich Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
9665:26 PM2h50Linz Hbf8:16 PMMunich Ost€851One-way0 transfers- 96411:26 AM2h50Linz Hbf2:16 PMMunich Ost€851One-way0 transfers
- 9687:26 PM2h51Linz Hbf10:17 PMMunich Ost€791One-way0 transfers
- 9629:26 AM2h51Linz Hbf12:17 PMMunich Ost€851One-way0 transfers
- 9607:26 AM2h56Linz Hbf10:22 AMMunich Ost€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Linz to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €520.
Distance: 202 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €520 Average price | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Munich:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Munich costing on average €34.
A bus is €499 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Munich costing on average €520.
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
Flight takes on average 4h 36m.
Live departures
Linz to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Munich trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REX 2+R 25798+RE5 | 5:03 AM Linz Hbf | 4h10 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
REX 5052 · R 25798+ 79014 | On time 5:03 AM Linz Hbf | 4h10 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| REX 51+RB41 · RB40 · DB S1 | 5:56 AM Linz Hbf | 3h45 | 9:41 AM München Hbf (tief) | 3 transfers | |
| REX 5960 · 27256 · 27032 | On time 5:56 AM Linz Hbf | 3h30 | 9:26 AM Munich Ost | 2 transfers | |
| IC 848+EC 212 | On time 6:30 AM Linz Hbf | 3h13 | 9:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 19938 · EC 212 | On time 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 9:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19938+EC 212 | On time 6:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 9:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960 | 7:26 AM Linz Hbf | 2h56 | 10:22 AM Munich Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 960 | 7:26 AM Linz Hbf | 3h07 | 10:33 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 1218 | On time 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 4h04 | 12:38 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 1218 | On time 8:34 AM Linz Hbf | 4h04 | 12:38 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19910 · RE5 | 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h36 | 12:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19910+ ICE 210+DB S6 | 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h05 | 11:50 AM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 19910 · ICE 210 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h49 | 11:34 AM Munich Ost | 1 transfer | |
| 962 | 9:26 AM Linz Hbf | 2h51 | 12:17 PM Munich Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 962 | 9:26 AM Linz Hbf | 3h09 | 12:35 PM München Pasing | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 544+RJX 262 | On time 9:30 AM Linz Hbf | 3h13 | 12:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 262 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 12:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 262 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 12:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| REX 1776 · R 5966 · 27264 · 27040 | On time 9:50 AM Linz Hbf | 3h38 | 1:28 PM Munich Ost | 3 transfers | |
| REX 50+R 51+RB41 · RB40 | 9:50 AM Linz Hbf | 3h53 | 1:43 PM München Hbf (tief) | 4 transfers | |
| IC 546+ICE 118+DB S2 | 10:30 AM Linz Hbf | 3h17 | 1:47 PM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| EC 1216 | Delayed 10:34 AM Linz Hbf | 3h20 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 1216 | Delayed 10:34 AM Linz Hbf | 3h20 | 12:40 PM 12:40 PMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19912+ICE 118+DB S2 | 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 1:47 PM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| RJX19912 · RE5 | 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h35 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19952 · RE5 | 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h35 | 2:20 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19952+ICE 118+DB S2 | 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 1:47 PM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 19912 · ICE 118 | On time 10:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h47 | 1:32 PM Munich Ost | 1 transfer | |
| REX 51+RB41 · RB40 · DB S4 | 10:50 AM Linz Hbf | 4h09 | 2:59 PM München Hbf (tief) | 3 transfers | |
| 964 | 11:26 AM Linz Hbf | 2h50 | 2:16 PM Munich Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 964 | 11:26 AM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 2:28 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 60 | On time 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h59 | 2:44 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 60 | On time 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 2h59 | 2:44 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| REX 1778 · R 5970 · 27270 · 27044 | On time 11:50 AM Linz Hbf | 3h34 | 3:24 PM Munich Ost | 3 transfers | |
| REX 50+R 51+RB41 · RB40 | 11:50 AM Linz Hbf | 3h49 | 3:39 PM München Hbf (tief) | 4 transfers | |
| IC 640+ICE 116+DB S2 | 12:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h17 | 3:47 PM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1214 | On time 12:34 PM Linz Hbf | 3h20 | 3:54 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1214 | On time 12:34 PM Linz Hbf | 3h20 | 3:54 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h09 | 3:54 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h46 | 3:31 PM Munich Ost | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19976+ICE 116+DB S2 | 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 3:47 PM München Hbf (tief) | 2 transfers | |
| IC 642+RJX 62 | On time 1:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h13 | 4:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 62 | On time 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 4:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 62 | On time 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 4:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 644+EC 114 | On time 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h12 | 5:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19916+EC 114 | On time 2:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h57 | 5:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 19916 · EC 114 | On time 2:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h57 | 5:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 646+RJX 64 | On time 3:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h13 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 64 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 64 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 2h58 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 648+RJ 112 | On time 4:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h16 | 7:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1212 | On time 4:34 PM Linz Hbf | 3h22 | 7:56 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1212 | On time 4:34 PM Linz Hbf | 3h22 | 7:56 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 187+RJ 112 | On time 4:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h01 | 7:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 19918 · RJ 112 | On time 4:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h01 | 7:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 966 | 5:26 PM Linz Hbf | 2h50 | 8:16 PM Munich Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 966 | 5:26 PM Linz Hbf | 3h09 | 8:35 PM München Pasing | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 740+RJX 66 | On time 5:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3h17 | 8:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 66 | On time 5:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 8:47 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 66 | On time 5:45 PM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 8:47 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 968 | 7:26 PM Linz Hbf | 3h02 | 10:28 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 968 | 7:26 PM Linz Hbf | 2h51 | 10:17 PM Munich Ost | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| EC 462+RE5 | 12:51 AM Linz Hbf | 4h58 | 5:49 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 820 · REX 5940 · R 5994 · 27004 | 1:59 AM Linz Hbf | 6h35 | 8:34 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 820+REX 51+RE4+R 51 | 1:59 AM Linz Hbf | 6h36 | 8:35 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linz to Munich
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Trains from Linz to Munich run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Linz to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Linz and Munich from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB
Westbahn
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Linz to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Munich by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linz to Munich
Most Linz to Munich trains use the Linz Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Linz and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Linz station do trains to Munich leave from?
Getting to Linz Hbf from Linz city centre
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf train station facilities and services
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
Getting to Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof from Linz city centre
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof is 3 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Which Munich station do trains from Linz arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München Isartor from Munich city centre
München Isartor train station facilities and services
München Isartor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
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