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Velký svět techniky
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 44 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Ostrava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Ostrava will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 trains from Linz to Ostrava, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 52 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 337 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Ostrava:
A coach is £0.74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Ostrava costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 11m.
The journey is about 14m faster (4h 50m by train vs 5h 4m by car) and roughly £55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£26 vs £81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with PKP Intercity, ÖBB | InterCity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Ostrava trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:54 Linz | 7h52 | 13:46 Ostrava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:34 Linz | 4h39 | 18:13 Ostrava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:32 Linz | 4h41 | 20:13 Ostrava | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Linz to Ostrava run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 337 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 1:29 |
Last train 23:09 |
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Discover the best of Ostrava — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostrava trip today.
Major science and technology centre with interactive exhibits on industry, energy and nature, suited to adults and families alike.
Compact gallery presenting 20th and 21st century Czech and international art in a striking converted industrial hall.
City museum covering Ostrava’s history, archaeology and cultural development inside the Old Town Hall on Masaryk Square.
Popular regenerated industrial quarter with cultural venues, open spaces and event life around the former steelworks.
Central square framed by historic buildings, fountains and the old town hall museum, ideal for a short walk in the city centre.
Large city park with ponds, woodland paths and sports facilities, well suited to relaxed walks away from the centre.
Hearty beef goulash with onion and paprika, commonly served with bread dumplings. A staple of Czech pub cooking widely enjoyed in Ostrava.
Soft bread dumplings filled with smoked meat and served with cabbage or fried onion. A filling traditional dish common in Moravia and Silesia.
Potato pancakes seasoned with garlic and marjoram, pan-fried until crisp. A beloved Czech comfort food often eaten at markets and beer halls.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in the Imperial Hotel, known for polished service and refined Czech and European cooking.
Stylish modern restaurant in Dolní Vítkovice serving Czech and international dishes in an industrial heritage setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant for tank beer, Czech classics and a lively pub atmosphere in central Ostrava.
Ostrava is budget-friendly for Czech city breaks, with lower hotel, dining and public transport costs than Prague or Brno.
Tipping is customary but modest. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10%. Taxis are usually rounded up slightly. In cafés, small change or rounding up is normal.
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Ostrava-Svinov -> Masarykovo náměstí, Ostrava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Ostrava 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 Ostrava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linz to Ostrava trains use the Linz Hbf to Ostrava, hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží. Use this guide to compare Linz and Ostrava 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.
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží is 2 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava, hlavní nádraží 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 Slunečnice, Pivnice U Rady
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava, hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Maria, Hotel Brioni, Mercure Ostrava Center Hotel.
Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
ATMs are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Stodolní nádraží.
Ostrava-Svinov is 5 km from Ostrava city centre. Public transport options include:
Ostrava-Svinov 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 U Dvoraka, Pizzeria Coloseum
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ostrava-Svinov. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ostrava-Svinov: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ostrava-Svinov: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel Ostrava, Hotel Jan Maria, Hotel Akord.
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