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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ÖBB + ÖBB | Train | München Hauptbahnhof | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Munich Ost | Hbf | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Munich Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + InterCity | Train | Munich Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | 16a Bayerstraße | Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Linz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 253, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Linz?
Munich
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- BMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
- D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - B
Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Linz by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Munich to Linz?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Linz start from R 386. The average price for this train route is around R 1 337. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Munich to Linz?
The average train journey time from Munich to Linz is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by WESTbahn.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Linz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from WESTbahn, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Linz?
The earliest train from Munich to Linz departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 21:16.
Which is the best train operator from Munich to Linz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is WESTbahn, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Linz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator WESTbahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Munich to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is WESTbahn, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Munich to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Munich to Linz was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 347To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Linz as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 347 to R 3 682 for a train ticket from Munich to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2025-12-13.
