Bratislava → Vienna Airport
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Linz is the capital of Upper Austria and the country's third-largest city. Located on the Danube, it is known as a centre of industry and technology as well as culture, with the Ars Electronica Center, the Lentos Art Museum and the charming main square with its baroque Trinity Column. Linz has its own small airport, but many travellers prefer to fly into Vienna International Airport (VIE) because of the much wider choice of flights.
The distance from Vienna Airport to Linz is approximately 200 km. Here are the best ways to get there.
Private transfer
The route runs from Schwechat around Vienna and then west along the A1 West Autobahn past St. Pölten and Amstetten. In normal traffic the trip takes approximately 2 hours. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign, helps with your luggage and drives you directly to your hotel, office or home in Linz.
- Direct door-to-door service with no changes.
- Flight tracking and free waiting if your flight is delayed.
- A quiet space to work or rest after your flight.
- Ideal for business trips to companies in the Linz region.
Train
Linz is very well connected by rail. Some long-distance trains run directly from Vienna Airport to Linz, while other connections require a change at Wien Hauptbahnhof. The journey usually takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. Trains are frequent and comfortable, but you still need to get from Linz main station to your final address.
Bus
Long-distance coaches connect Vienna with Linz, but most leave from the city rather than the airport. In practice, you would first travel into Vienna and then board a coach. Total travel time is often 3 hours or more, so the bus is mainly a budget option for travellers with little luggage.
Tips for your trip
The A1 can be busy on Friday afternoons and at the start of holidays, so allow some extra time.
If you land late in the evening, a pre-booked transfer is the most reliable option.
Planning onward travel to Salzburg or the Alps? Ask us about combining routes.
Why a private transfer is worth it
Although the train is a solid option, a private transfer gives you complete comfort and flexibility. You do not have to carry bags across stations or adjust to timetables, and you arrive exactly where you need to be. For business travellers, our chauffeur service in Europe can cover meetings in Linz and beyond. Groups and families can choose a suitable vehicle from our fleet.
Flying into Vienna and heading to Linz? Book your private transfer from VIE and travel straight to your destination.
