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Best day trips from Linz

The most popular day trips from Linz are Vienna, Salzburg, Wels, Steyr and St Pölten. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Linz on Omio.

A view of Vienna

Day trip from Linz to Vienna

Why visit Vienna for the day?

Vienna is known for its imperial palaces, classical music heritage and enduring coffeehouse culture. Beneath its formal elegance, the city has lively districts, museums and green spaces that make it feel relaxed and easy to explore.

How to get from Linz to Vienna?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, and a coach costs an average of £36.

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A view of Salzburg

Day trip from Linz to Salzburg

Why visit Salzburg for the day?

Salzburg is known for Mozart, Baroque architecture and a striking setting between the Salzach and the Alps. Its compact Altstadt feels elegant and atmospheric, with church domes, fortress views and a strong café culture.

How to get from Linz to Salzburg?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a coach costs an average of £30.

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A view of Wels

Day trip from Linz to Wels

Why visit Wels for the day?

Wels is an Upper Austrian city known for its Roman past, trade fairs and attractive old centre. Around the Stadtplatz, arcaded houses, Burg Wels and cafés give it a calm but active character.

How to get from Linz to Wels?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Wels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £9.

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A view of Steyr

Day trip from Linz to Steyr

Why visit Steyr for the day?

Steyr is a historic town in Upper Austria known for its elegant old centre and industrial heritage. Set where the Enns and Steyr rivers meet, it mixes medieval architecture with a long tradition of ironworking and manufacturing.

How to get from Linz to Steyr?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Steyr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £11.

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A view of St Pölten

Day trip from Linz to St Pölten

Why visit St Pölten for the day?

St Pölten, capital of Lower Austria, combines a Baroque centre with modern civic architecture. One of Austria’s oldest cities, it feels compact, orderly and quietly cultural.

How to get from Linz to St Pölten?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to St Pölten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £31.

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