What is the cheapest way to get from Linz to Kärnten?

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Kärnten is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz to Kärnten?

The fastest way to get from Linz to Kärnten is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Kärnten?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Klagenfurt central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Kärnten?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Linz/Donau Hbf and arriving at Klagenfurt Hbf. This train operates Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Linz to Kärnten?

The distance between Linz and Kärnten is 251 km. The road distance is 249.7 km.

How do I travel from Linz to Kärnten without a car?

The best way to get from Linz to Kärnten without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Linz to Kärnten?

The bus from Linz Industriezeile to Klagenfurt central train station takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Linz to Kärnten bus from?

Linz to Kärnten bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Kärnten train from?

Linz to Kärnten train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Kärnten?

The best way to get from Linz to Kärnten is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €180 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Linz to Kärnten bus arrive?

Linz to Kärnten bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Klagenfurt central train station.

Where does the Linz to Kärnten train arrive?

Linz to Kärnten train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Meidling station.

Can I drive from Linz to Kärnten?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Kärnten is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Linz to Kärnten.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz to Kärnten?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Linz to Kärnten?

Book your Linz to Kärnten bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kärnten?

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Linz to Kärnten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Linz to Kärnten by bus, train, night train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Klagenfurt central train stationbus N160
3h 35m
€22–35
Train
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Wien Meidlingtrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Klagenfurt Hbftrain Rj / ...
4h 53m
€50–178
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Linz/Donau Hbf to Klagenfurt Hbfnighttrain Nj
3h 57m
€25–94
Drive 249.7 km
1. Drive from Linz to Klagenfurt am Wörtherseecar 249.7 km
2h 56m
€42–61

Linz to Kärnten by bus

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Distance: 251.3 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Kärnten, Austria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Klagenfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Klagenfurt Hbf via Wien Meidling in around 4h 53m.

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