Cities Near Linz
Cities near Linz, Austria: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Passau, České Budějovice, Salzburg. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Linz, Austria is Passau, about 43 mi (69 km) away — roughly 1 hr 17 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passau | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| České Budějovice | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Salzburg | 67 mi / 108 km | 2 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Hernals | 91 mi / 147 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Jihlava | 96 mi / 154 km | 2 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Landshut | 99 mi / 159 km | 2 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Simmering | 99 mi / 160 km | 2 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Graz | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rosenheim | 105 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Pilsen | 108 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Linz
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Passau, České Budějovice, Salzburg, Hernals, Jihlava. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Linz
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Graz, Rosenheim, Pilsen. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Linz include Passau, České Budějovice, Salzburg, Hernals, Jihlava. The closest is Passau, about 43 miles (69 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.