Linz, once known as a traditional steel city, now surprises as a modern city full of ideas. Innovative museums such as the Ars Electronica Center and a pioneering spirit in architecture and urban development shape the city’s image. Between its baroque old town, contemporary architecture and a vibrant Danube promenade, the capital of Upper Austria presents itself as a diverse cultural and leisure hub.
From Vienna you can reach Linz directly and quickly with ÖBB’s long-distance services. At least twice per hour, a train takes you from the capital to Upper Austria without changing trains. One of them is the Railjet Xpress - the fastest ÖBB train on the route - which will get you to your destination in no time.
Reach your destination for less with the Sparschiene ticket
The ÖBB Sparschiene offers journeys from Vienna to Linz at even lower prices. Simply choose a Sparschiene offer when purchasing your ticket and you will be one step closer to a comfortable journey. It pays to be quick - each train has a limited allocation of Sparschiene tickets. So if you want to travel with ÖBB at super low fares, you can book your ticket up to 6 months in advance. This not only ensures you get a better price, but also makes planning your trip much more relaxed.
Discover Linz by public transport
Linz public transport tickets give you the flexibility to get around the city once you arrive by train. Trams, buses and S-Bahn Oberösterreich services will take you straight to your destination comfortably and without the hassle of parking.
The Upper Austria Leisure Ticket (Freizeit-Ticket Oberösterreich) is particularly practical for excursions, allowing you to use local transport throughout the entire state for a whole day - ideal for a variety of excursions to discover the region. Book your public transport ticket at the same time as your rail ticket and enjoy a relaxed to start your trip from Linz Central Station to your next destination.
If you want to stay mobile after your train journey, the wegfinder app gives you access to additional mobility services such as car sharing and e-scooters. This lets you hire a car, bike or scooter right at the station and head off to your next destination - for even more flexibility in Linz and the surrounding area.
