Trains from Linz to Vienna

  • Lowest price from ≈ $47.42 €40.82
  • Average duration 1h 35m
  • Connections per day 52
  • Distance 155 km
  • CO₂ per person 2 kg

train from Linz to Vienna

The journey from Linz to Vienna is about 155 km. On average a train trip takes 1h 35m with 52 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $47.42 €40.82
Trip duration 1h 35m
Connections per day 52
Lowest price ≈ $47.42 €40.82
Highest price ≈ $53.40 €45.97
First departure 06:06 AM
Last departure 09:36 PM
Distance 155 km
Departure Linz
Arrival Vienna
Travel operator WESTbahn
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How much do train tickets from Linz to Vienna cost?

The prices for train tickets from Linz to Vienna vary depending on a range of factors including how far in advance you're booking, your travel dates, and the type of transport you want to use. On certain routes, there may be different classes available, which will also affect the price. Booked in advance, the cheapest train tickets from Linz to Vienna will cost ≈ $47.42 (€40.82). The average train ticket price is approximately ≈ $48.80 (€42.01). For the lowest prices, it is usually best to book as far in advance as possible and look out for low-cost options, such as non-refundable tickets or traveling outside of peak hours. Be aware that some providers do not offer refunds or changes on their lower priced tickets, so it is advised to check before completing your transaction.
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When you're traveling from Linz to Vienna, you can expect to pay an average of approximately ≈ $48.80 (€42.01). Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

How much time will it take to go from Linz to Vienna by train?

Traveling from Linz to Vienna by train will usually take 1h 35m. This journey covers a distance of 155 km . When planning your trip, bear in mind that 1h 35m is an average, and route times may vary from day to day. Weather conditions, issues with transport, unexpected diversions, and local events could all cause delays to your journey. Please keep the possibility of these exceptional events in mind when making travel plans. The journey between Linz and Vienna runs for about 155 km and usually takes approximately 1h 35m. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 1h 31m. If you are trying to get from Linz to Vienna as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

At what time of the day can I travel from Linz to Vienna?

The first journey of the day departs from Linz at 06:06 AM. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 09:36 PM. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Linz and Vienna. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side. In general, the first departure of the night will leave Linz at 06:06 AM, and the last departure will leave at 09:36 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Linz to Vienna can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change.

Which stations are used when traveling from Linz to Vienna?

You will be able to leave Linz by using stations such as . These connect you to stations including in Vienna. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Linz or in Vienna, for your convenience while traveling.

How many journeys from Linz to Vienna take place each day?

If you want to get from Linz to Vienna, you can travel with providers such as . You will find a maximum number of departures per day. On average, there are 52 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 52 direct journeys between Linz and Vienna. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 0 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Linz to Vienna. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

RegionalExpress10.85 kg CO₂
10:32Linz - Hbf
1h 59m
12:37Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
≈ $46.58 €40.10
1 changes
InterCityExpress10.85 kg CO₂
11:28Linz - Hbf
1h 24m
13:03Wien Mitte
≈ $46.58 €40.10
1 changes
railjet xpress10.85 kg CO₂
12:17Linz - Hbf
1h 20m
13:45Wien Mitte
≈ $46.58 €40.10
1 changes

Next departures from Linz to Vienna

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
06:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
07:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
06:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
07:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
06:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
08:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
06:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
08:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
07:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
08:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
07:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
08:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
07:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
09:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
07:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
09:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
08:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
09:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
08:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
09:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $45.29 €38.99
09:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
10:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $45.29 €38.99
09:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
10:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
09:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
11:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
09:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
11:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
10:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
12:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
10:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
12:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $45.29 €38.99
11:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
12:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $45.29 €38.99
11:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
12:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
11:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
13:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
11:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
13:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
12:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
14:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
12:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
14:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
13:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
14:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
13:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
14:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
13:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
15:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
13:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
15:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
14:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
15:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
14:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
15:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
14:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
16:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
14:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
16:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
16:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
17:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
16:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
17:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $39.48 €33.99
17:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
18:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
17:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
19:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
17:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
19:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
18:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
19:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
18:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
19:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
18:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
20:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $50.99 €43.90
18:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
20:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
19:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
20:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
19:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
20:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
19:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
21:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
19:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
21:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
20:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
21:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
20:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
21:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
20:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
22:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $33.67 €28.99
20:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
22:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
21:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
22:45 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
21:06 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
22:37 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
21:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 31m · direct
23:07 Wien, Hütteldorf
WESTbahn ≈ $27.87 €23.99
21:36 Linz - Hbf
1h 39m · direct
23:15 Wien Westbahnhof (U3)
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

WestBahn is a railway company operating in Austria, mainly on the Western railway line between Vienna and Salzburg. It was established in 2008 and focuses on comfort and customer pleasure while providing regular passenger train services. WestBahn operates a fleet of modern trains equipped with free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and air conditioning.

Ticket types and services from Linz to Vienna

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Linz to Vienna.

Standard Class

A standard ticket is a type of ticket for the second class.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Comfort Class

Comfort ticket is a type of ticket for the second class, but offers more amenities than the Standard ticket like more legroom. Also, the seat reservation is included.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

First Class

First class ticket offers flexibility and extra comfort both in reservation and in terms of amenities.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
Enjoy uninterrupted online connectivity with WiFi available on all WESTbahn journeys between Vienna and Salzburg.
Power sockets
Each eats come equipped with a 220V power socket on WESTbahn trains.
Luggage
While there is no specific limit to the amount of luggage you can bring on board, there may be an additional charge of €5 for bulky luggage or for carrying a third piece of luggage. This decision is at the discretion of the onboard staff.
Accessibility
In Austria, the WESTbahn's low-floor design ensures barrier-free access. However, platform heights differ in certain Munich stations, so a ramp in carriage 14 assists with boarding. This carriage, ideal for those with mobility challenges, boasts wider aisles, two reservable wheelchair spots, and a nearby restroom with accessibility features.
Food and drink
WESTbahn trains feature WESTcafés with seating and vending machines offering a range of snacks and beverages. While onboard service is inclusive in WESTbahn PLUS, in other sections, stewards will deliver refreshments depending on train occupancy and conditions.
Air conditioning
Every coach offers the comfort of air conditioning.
Bicycle
You can take your bike on WESTbahn trains by reserving a spot for €4.90-€9.90, depending on the route. Without a reservation, it'll cost an additional €5.10 onboard, subject to availability. Children's bikes require payment, but folded e-scooters ride for free if stored properly. Keep in mind that tandems and mopeds aren't allowed, and some high-demand train connections may exclude bike reservations.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 10.85kg
bus 11.63kg
flight 31kg
carpool 24.8kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Linz to Vienna?

The train journey between Linz and Vienna emits 10.85kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Linz and Vienna?

Taking the train between Linz and Vienna saves 20.15kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.78kg compared to the bus and 13.95kg compared to the car.

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