What is the distance between Essen and Linz?

About 390 miles (628 km) separate Essen and Linz.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Linz?

If you're headed to Linz from Essen, chances are that your bus will leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Hbf. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Linz?

Once in Linz, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Pöstlingberg Adventure World, Hauptplatz Main Square & Landstraße, Ars Electronica Centre, Schlossmuseum Linz & Old Town and Mariendom or New Cathedral.

Bus Essen to Linz from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Essen to Linz on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	16h 55m	6:25pm	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	6:20am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	19h 10m	1:30am	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	17h 45m	2:30am	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	10:35pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	22h 20m	8:55pm	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	19h 25m	6:25pm	Linz Wissensturm	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 35mAverage Duration

391 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $96	Average Duration18h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$126 - $302	Average Duration8h 13m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,319 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

AT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Linz?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Linz

A - Hbf

B - Industriezeile

C - Linz

D - Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg

E - Prinz-Eugen-Straße

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Linz by bus

What is the distance between Essen and Linz?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Linz?
What are the best sights and things to do in Linz?

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$55

The cheapest trip from Essen to Linz was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Linz, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $58 for a bus ticket from Essen to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-11-20.