Day trip from Graz to Linz
Linz lies 163 km (101 mi) north-west of Graz, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 163 km (101 mi) apart, Linz is a realistic day trip from Graz: about 2 h 39 min each way by road.
| Graz | Linz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Austria | Austria |
| Population | 303,270 | 204,846 |
| Elevation | 362 m (1,188 ft) | 268 m (879 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) |
| Postal codes | 8000–8056 | 4020–9562 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Linz
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Staying in Linz
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Common questions
How far is Linz from Graz?
163 km (101 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Graz; by road roughly 198 km (123 mi).
How long does it take to get from Graz to Linz by road?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Graz and Linz?
No, both are on Europe/Vienna at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.