- Recommended
Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
3 h 26 m
Trains on 02 Sept
18
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Innsbruck will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 18 trains from Linz to Innsbruck, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
RJ 13478
RJ 13478+
REX 2
IC 544+
RJX19962
RJX19962
79212
RJX19952
RJX19950
RJX19938
RJX19962
RJX19960Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 245 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Innsbruck:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Linz to Innsbruck costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 47m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 3h 46m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Innsbruck trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19988+ IC 744 | 19:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 23:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19988 | 19:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 23:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 2 September | |||||
RJ 13478+ REX 2 | 5:03 Linz Hbf | 4h08 | 9:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 13478 | 5:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 9:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19938+ IC 848 | 6:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 10:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19938 | 6:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 10:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19960+ IC 540 | 7:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 11:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19960 | 7:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 11:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79212 | 8:26 Linz Hbf | 3h47 | 12:13 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
79212 | 8:26 Linz Hbf | 3h32 | 11:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19950 | 8:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 12:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19962+ IC 544 | 9:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 13:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19962 | 9:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 13:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79214 | 10:26 Linz Hbf | 3h32 | 13:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19952+ IC 546 | 10:30 Linz Hbf | 3h41 | 14:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19952 | 10:45 Linz Hbf | 3h26 | 14:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79216 | 12:26 Linz Hbf | 3h32 | 15:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79220 | 16:26 Linz Hbf | 3h47 | 20:13 Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
79220 | 16:26 Linz Hbf | 3h32 | 19:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
79222 | 18:26 Linz Hbf | 3h32 | 21:58 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Linz to Innsbruck run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Innsbruck by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linz to Innsbruck trains use the Linz Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Linz and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Linz/Donau Wegscheid Bahnhof is 6 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof is 7 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz/Donau Ebelsberg Bahnhof.
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 Messe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple cafes and eateries on site.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs located near entrance and platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Messe.
Available at Innsbruck Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Messe: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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