Bus from Vienna to Linz: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vienna to Linz on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Erdberg
Linz WissensturmCheapest
FlixbusBus
Hbf
Linz IndustriezeileFastest
FlixbusBus
Hbf
Linz WissensturmNo tags
FlixbusBus
Hbf
Linz IndustriezeileNo tags
FlixbusBus
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Linz WissensturmNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Linz

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 1 hour 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

58train per day
1h 9mAverage Duration
147 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $136Average Duration9h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$11 - $83Average Duration1h 9m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Linz by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Linz?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Linz start from $37. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Linz?

    The average bus travel time from Vienna to Linz is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by LIKEBUS.

  3. Which bus companies service the Vienna to Linz route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, LIKEBUS.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vienna to Linz?

    The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Linz at 2:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Linz?

    A bus trip from Vienna to Linz generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Vienna to Linz?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Linz?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vienna to Linz?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Linz?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-29
$62
11-30
$75
Today
$55
12-02
$48
12-03
$46
12-04
$49
12-05
$58
12-06
$62
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Linz was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $46

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Linz, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $46 to $132 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-03.

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