Popular Airport | Bindlacher Berg Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 1 hour 10 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 358 Km |
It is quite comfortable to reach the Linz Airport by bus or trams from the city. In many parts of the city you are likely to encounter taxi and car rental services. Therefore, if you are concerned about the urgency of your transportation, using these services will save you more time. Trams and buses, basic means of public transport in the city, are the most preferred means of transport to the airport.
In Linz, which has a central railway station from where Austria's main railway lines pass through, trains are very popular and affordable. Linz is directly connected to the cities of Vienna and Salzburg thanks to the train station. There are also daily connections to other major European countries' capitals.
Ticket prices that you pay for transport by train are rather low. The simplest example is to go from Linz to Hörsching by train; it costs only 2.30 Euros. Apart from that, there are direct train services from Vienna Airport to Linz.
There are buses that run between Linz Airport and Linz city center. Buses are not working on Sundays. Apart from that, your journey lasts about 20 minutes on average and the fare is only 2.70 Euros as of 2015. It is also very convenient to reach the airport from Linz city center by using the tram and transferring to bus.
The tram, which is operated by Linz Municipality, meets a great need for transportation in the city of Linz. This tram system, which has been in operation since 1880, is perhaps one of the oldest tram systems in the world. There are 4 basic lines in total and the routes are connected with city buses. You are likely to go every point of the city of Linz in a short time and for fair prices by trams and buses making one or two transfers.
The main stops of tram line 1, the first of the 4 major tram lines are Universitat, Rudalfstraße, Hauptplatz, Hauptbahnhof, Simonystraße and Auwiesen. Stops of the tram line 2 are Universitat, Rudalfstraße, Hauptplatz, Hauptbahnhof, Simonystraße, Edelsberg and SolarCity. Stops of the tram line 3 are Landgutstraße, Rudolfstraße, Hauptplatz, Hauptbahnhof and Poblerholz. The main stops of line 50, the last line are Pöstlingberg, Landgutstraße, Rudolfstraße and Hauptplatz.
It is possible to come across many taxis in Linz city center. Many of these taxis are actually affiliated to a company. Some of them provide personal transportation services. If you prefer a taxi service that works for a company, you will not be surprised by the fares. You can contact the following companies if you prefer to arrange a taxi to get to the airport from the center of Linz: Taxi 6969 (+437326969), Taxi 2244 (+437322244), Erwin Mayr KEG (+437323344) and Gelbes Funktaxi Linz (+437323344).
Most of the city transportation is provided with buses, trams and trains, so car rental companies are often not needed. However, we recommend that local and foreign tourists who prefer to rent a car make reservations in advance. By renting a car you might travel at a more affordable price with a planned travel.
Another known name for Linz International Airport is "Blue Danube". The airport is located in the Hörsching Municipality and about 14 kilometers southwest of Linz city center. Located outside Linz city, Blue Danube Airport is 14 kilometers from Linz, 20 kilometers from Wels, 40 kilometers from Steyr, 60 kilometers from Gmunden, 81 kilometers from Pussau, 85 kilometers from Cesky Krumlov and 114 kilometers from Budweis.
Heinemann Duty Free Shop, tourist information office, car parks, car rental companies, travel agencies (Fair Travel, Holiday Last Minute, Reisebörse Sab Tours, Tuana Air), free internet access, smoking area, eating and drinking areas (restaurants, cafes and bars), Allgemeine Sparkasse Bank (open between 09.00-12.00 and 14.00-16.30 working hours on weekdays) can be found at the airport. The name of the most famous restaurant at the airport is Sky Gourmet (1st floor). The passenger information desk at the airport is open between 5 am and 11 pm.
Visitors traveling to Bayreuth, a city in Bavaria, Germany, usually fly into Nuremberg Airport, which is located about 1 hour away. Another airport you can use to travel to Bayreuth is in Munich, which is a little over 2 hours away. People who can’t find direct flights to Nuremberg tend to fly into Munich when traveling to Bayreuth.
The closest international airport to use when traveling to Bayreuth is Nuremberg International Airport. The airport is located 90 km south of Bayreuth. There are a variety of transportation alternatives you can use to get to the city center from the airport, including shuttle services and rental car. Other alternatives like trains and buses don’t provide direct transportation to Bayreuth, you will have to transfer to another vehicle in Nuremberg.
By using the metro station located inside Nuremberg Airport you can travel to Nuremberg city center. The U2 metro line takes about 12 minutes to get to the city center. It provides direct transportation to the central train station. From here you can transfer to a train to Bayreuth. The train from Nuremberg to Bayreuth takes no longer than 1 hour. Once you get to Bayreuth you can take a taxi to get to your destination in the city. There are taxis available in front of the train station in Bayreuth.
Train services between Nuremberg and Bayreuth start early in the morning and continue until the evening. Trains are a convenient transportation alternative if you do not have heavy luggage. Do not forget to check the most current train schedule before traveling.
There isn’t a bus service directly between the airport and Bayreuth. The Postbus provides quick transportation from the airport to Nuremberg city center. Once you get to the city center you can easily transfer to buses that provide transportation to Bayreuth. Buses to Bayreuth depart from the main bus station in the city center. Postbus buses provide transportation to other cities like Dortmund, Cologne, and Düsseldorf. If you want to get to Bayreuth city center from Nuremberg we recommend checking the latest bus schedule online.
Shuttle services are accessible right in front of the terminal at Nuremberg Airport but are usually preferred as a means of transportation to historic areas and central locations in Nuremberg. If you want to use a shuttle service as a transportation alternative to get to Bayreuth then you have to make a reservation in advance. The cost for shuttle services varies, depending on the total distance traveled, the number of total passengers, and the season. In addition to booking shuttle services online, you can get help arranging this service at the airport.
Taking a taxi from Nuremberg Airport to Bayreuth is among the most comfortable transportation alternatives. Taxis provide direct transportation to Bayreuth, without having to transfer vehicles along the way. Taxis are readily available at the terminal exits. For more detailed information about taxi fares you can ask the taxi drivers directly. Another advantage of taking a taxi is that they provide door-to-door service so you won’t have any difficultly with your bags.
Renting a car is a great way to get to Bayreuth and explore different regions and the surrounding area. Rentalcars provides convenient rental services at Nuremberg Airport. You can find a vehicle that suits your needs and your budget at the airport or in advance online. Reserving your vehicle in advance online makes it that much easier to be on your way once you land. The rental company also offers luxury vehicle options for those who want to rent a car.
Those who want to enjoy an elite experience can rent a limousine as a transportation alternative to get to the city. You can arrange a limousine rental once you land or make a reservation online through companies like Limousinenservice, Interline Limousinen, and Sindbad Limousinenservice.
Renting a limousine is a more expensive option compared to other transportation alternatives. However, these vehicles are fast, comfortable, and convenient. Renting a limousine is the most convenient transportation alternative if you are willing to pay more.
Limousine rental services offer different models with varying passenger capacities to suit your needs. If you are traveling in a large group you could get an advantageous discount.
Those who want to travel by car can enjoy a relaxing drive to Bayreuth from Nuremberg Airport. To drive to Bayreuth from the airport you have to head north. If it is your first time in the city we highly recommend using a GPS device to help navigate your way.