How to get from Zurich to Linz
- 441 km as the crow flies
- 4 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Zurich to Linz. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 50m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 441 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
441 km
Zurich to Linz: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Zurich Airport → Linzbus
FlixBus·7h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Search my dateDepartures from Zurich to Linz
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:25 and the last at 15:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 08:25 | 15:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Zurich to Linz works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Zurich Airport to Linz, about 7h 50m. In total it's roughly €32 over 7h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Zurich to Linz: common questions
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Linz?
The most useful route takes about 7h 50m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Zurich to Linz?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 08:25 and the last at 15:30, from Zurich Airport, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Zurich to Linz?
4 a day with FlixBus, between 08:25 and 15:30.
Which station does the bus from Zurich to Linz leave from?
Zurich Airport with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Linz from Zurich?
About 441 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Zurich to Linz cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €32. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Zurich to Linz?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Linz?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026