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Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz
Contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, photography and media art. Its riverfront terrace also makes it a pleasant stop.
Cheapest price on 27 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£56
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
3 h 17 m
Trains on 27 Oct
25
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Linz will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Tue 27 Oct, we found 25 trains from Innsbruck to Linz, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RJX 165
RJX 165+
IC 743
RJX13479+
IC 745
RJX 167+
IC 747
RJX19977+
IC 649
RJX 161
RJX 165
RJX19957
RJX19977
79213Trains from Innsbruck to Linz run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Linz trains for today, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 186 | 9:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h17 | 13:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 161+ IC 645 | 9:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h32 | 13:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 5355 · ICE 1215+ 79019 · 79074 | 10:52 Innsbruck | 4h34 | 15:26 Linz Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19985 | 10:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h19 | 14:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19985+ IC 647 | 10:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h34 | 14:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX13477 | 12:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h19 | 16:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13477+ IC 741 | 12:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h34 | 16:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 165 | 13:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h17 | 17:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 165+ IC 743 | 13:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h32 | 17:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
79219 | 14:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h18 | 17:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13479 | 14:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h19 | 18:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX13479+ IC 745 | 14:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h34 | 18:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19957 | 15:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h17 | 19:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 167+ IC 747 | 15:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h32 | 19:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
79221 | 16:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h18 | 19:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19961 | 16:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h19 | 20:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19961+ IC 749 | 16:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h34 | 20:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
79223 | 17:47 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 3h47 | 21:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79223 | 18:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h18 | 21:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 27 October | |||||
79213 | 6:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h18 | 9:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79215 | 7:47 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 3h47 | 11:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79215 | 8:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h18 | 11:34 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1206+ EC 1213 | 8:20 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h06 | 13:26 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1206+ RB44 · RB41+ R 51 | 8:20 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h50 | 13:10 Linz Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX19983 | 8:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h19 | 12:15 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, photography and media art. Its riverfront terrace also makes it a pleasant stop.
Future-focused museum at the Danube with interactive technology, science and media displays. Good for hands-on visitors of all ages.
Regional museum inside Linz Castle covering art, history and nature. The site combines exhibitions with one of the city’s key historic settings.
Linz’s central square framed by historic façades, shops and churches. It is the main meeting point and a natural base for exploring the city.
Wooded hill area above Linz with lookouts, walking routes and the famous tram climb. It rewards visitors with broad views over the city.
Pleasant old-town street area with pastel houses, small courtyards and local character. Ideal for a slower walk away from the busiest routes.
Classic Linz cake with a buttery nut pastry and redcurrant jam lattice. It is the city’s signature sweet and one of Austria’s oldest named cakes.
A simple Upper Austrian dumpling made from flour or potatoes, often served with roast meat and gravy. It is a staple side dish in regional home cooking.
Roast pork, usually with caraway, garlic, dumplings and cabbage. It is a traditional hearty dish widely eaten in Upper Austrian taverns.
Elegant restaurant focusing on modern Austrian cooking and carefully plated seasonal dishes in a refined atmosphere.
Well-known traditional inn serving Upper Austrian dishes, schnitzel and roast specialities in a classic wood-panelled setting.
Popular casual spot for local pastries, coffee and light meals. A good place to try Linzer Torte in a central café setting.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are cheaper than Vienna, while public transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most city-break travellers.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up fares for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Most Innsbruck to Linz trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Linz Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Linz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
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