How To Get In Lienz
Lienz is a municipality in East Tyrol, Austria, accessible by several means of transport. Located over 150 kilometers away, Innsbruck Airport is the closest airport for travelers traveling by air. Nevertheless, several airports (Salzburg Airport, Venice Airport, Munich Airport and Venice Treviso Airport) offer better choices for reaching Lienz. Providing passengers with a range of convenient public transport choices, these terminals connect Lienz to train, bus or car.
Another often used way to get to Lienz is by train. Via the Drautalbahn line, which connects Villach to San Candido in Italy, the town is connected to the Austrian rail network and has a train station right in the middle. The Val Pusteria railway, which runs from Fortezza to Lienz, also connects Lienz to the Italian railway network. The Lienz train from Vienna, Graz, Klagenfurt, Bolzano, Munich and Zurich provides access to Lienz from various points in Austria, Italy, Germany and Switzerland.
For those wishing to travel by bus, Lienz has a bus station near the train station. Among the bus companies connecting the municipality to the regional and international bus network are FlixBus, ÖBB Postbus and Südtirol Bus. These bus companies provide consistent and reasonably priced bus services in German, Austrian, Italian and Swiss cities and towns.
You can also choose to drive to Lienz. Roads include the A10 Tauern motorway, the A12 Inntal motorway, the A22 Brenner motorway and the A23 Venezia-Trieste motorway which provide entry into the municipality. Via these routes, Lienz connects places such as Salzburg, Innsbruck, Bolzano and Venice. Salzburg is about 170 kilometers away; Innsbruck is 150 kilometers away; Bolzano is 100 kilometers away; Venice is 250 kilometers away. From these cities to Lienz, distances and travel times vary.
When traveling by car, it’s important to consider the costs of driving, such as tolls, parking fees and gas mileage. The average price of gasoline in Austria is around 1.3 euros per liter; surcharges for Austrian motorways vary from 9.5 euros for a 10-day vignette to 27.4 euros for a two-month vignette. Toll charges on the Italian highway are 0.06 euros per kilometer. Although the location and duration of parking in Lienz affect the cost, they generally vary between 1 and 2 euros per hour.
How To Get In Lienz - By Air
Airports
Lienz does not have an airport; instead, one must fly to one of the surrounding airports and then take a train, bus or car to reach Lienz. Around 240 km separate Innsbruck Airport (INN) from Lienz. On the other hand, depending on your origin and destination, there are better choices for reaching Lienz by plane. From the following airports, Lienz can be reached by train, bus or car:
- Approximately 200 km separate Munich Airport (MUC). With planes departing from Berlin, Frankfurt, London, Paris, New York and Dubai, both local and foreign, it is the busiest and largest airport in the region. A shuttle bus connects Munich Airport’s two terminals, T1 and T2, and a satellite facility. Under T1 and T2, Munich Airport also has a train station. This station provides access to major cities in Germany and Austria as well as other important locations.
- Venice Airport (VCE) is approximately 150 kilometers away. With flights from Amsterdam, Barcelona, Tel Aviv, Milan and Rome, both local and foreign, it is the main airport in the Veneto region. Venice Airport has a terminal divided into three distinct sections: A, B and C. Venice Airport also has a bus station outside the terminal which provides access to the city center and other other locations in Austria and Italy.
- Salzburg Airport (SZG) is approximately 110 kilometers away. With flights to Vienna, Zurich, Berlin, London, Moscow and Dubai among local and foreign destinations, this airport ranks second in Austria. There is a terminal at Salzburg Airport divided into two sections: A and B. Approximately two kilometers from the terminal, Salzburg Airport also has a train station which provides access to the city center and other other locations in Austria and Germany.
- Around 140 kilometers separate Venice Treviso Airport (TSF). Offering flights to a small number of local and international destinations, this small airport in Veneto is served by low-cost airlines which operate most flights; Ryanair, Wizz Air and Pobeda, among others. The terminal of Venice Treviso Airport is divided into two: A and B. Outside the terminal of Treviso Airport, Venice Bus Station A offers connections to the city center and other destinations in Italy and Austria.
Flights
The season, airline and airport will determine the price and duration of the flight to Lienz. The following overview shows flight duration and cost to Lienz from many major US and European cities.
| Origin | Airport | Airline | Flight Time | Flight Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | MUC | Lufthansa | 1h 15m | $100-$200 |
| London | MUC | British Airways | 1h 55m | $150-$300 |
| Paris | MUC | Air France | 1h 40m | $150-$300 |
| New York | MUC | United | 8h 15m | $500-$1000 |
| Dubai | MUC | Emirates | 6h 10m | $400-$800 |
| Rome | VCE | Alitalia | 1h 5m | $100-$200 |
| Milan | VCE | EasyJet | 1h | $50-$100 |
| Amsterdam | VCE | KLM | 1h 50m | $100-$200 |
| Barcelona | VCE | Vueling | 1h 55m | $100-$200 |
| Istanbul | VCE | Turkish Airlines | 2h 40m | $150-$300 |
| Vienna | SZG | Austrian Airlines | 50m | $100-$200 |
| Zurich | SZG | Swiss | 1h 5m | $100-$200 |
| Moscow | SZG | Aeroflot | 3h 10m | $200-$400 |
| Dublin | TSF | Ryanair | 2h 30m | $50-$100 |
| Budapest | TSF | Wizz Air | 1h 25m | $50-$100 |
| Belgrade | TSF | Pobeda | 1h 35m | $50-$100 |
Connections
The connections to Lienz from the airports depend on the mode of transport, the route, and the frequency. The following table shows some examples of the connections to Lienz from the airports by train, bus, or car.
| Airport | Mode of Transport | Route | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUC | Train | Munich Airport – Ostbahnhof – Salzburg – Spittal-Millstättersee – Lienz | 7h | $68-$375 |
| VCE | Bus | Venice Airport – Dobbiaco – Lienz | 5h 20m | $26-$37 |
| SZG | Train | Salzburg Airport – Salzburg – Spittal-Millstättersee – Lienz | 5h | $41-$197 |
| TSF | Bus | Venice Treviso Airport – Dobbiaco – Lienz | 6h 30m | $57-$92 |
| MUC | Car | A8 – A93 – A12 – B178 – B108 – Lienz | 3h | $40-$80 |
| VCE | Car | A27 – A4 – A22 – SS49 – Lienz | 2h 30m | $30-$60 |
| SZG | Car | A10 – B100 – Lienz | 2h | $20-$40 |
| TSF | Car | A27 – A4 – A22 – SS49 – Lienz | 3h | $30-$60 |
How To Get In Lienz - By Train
Train Operators
Lienz train station is located in the city center. From Villach to San Candido in Italy, the Drautalbahn line connects Lienz to the Austrian rail system. The Val Pusteria railway, which runs from Fortezza to Lienz, also connects Lienz to the Italian railway network. From several Austrian, Italian, German and Swiss cities, one or more of the following train operators can be used to reach Lienz:
- Railjet is a high-speed rail company operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). On the main Austrian lines, Railjet trains operate and connect Germany, Switzerland and Italy, among other border countries. The three classes of services offered by Railjet are business, first and economy. Complementary Wi-Fi, power outlets and catering are among the features of Railjet trains; its maximum speed is 230 km/h.
- Trenitalia, the main Italian railway operator. Operating on national and regional lines in Italy, Trenitalia trains connect Austria, Switzerland and France, among other adjacent countries. Among the many Trenitalia train offers are the Frecciarossa, Frecciargenta, Frecciabianca, Intercity and Regional services. Trenitalia trains can reach a maximum speed of 300 km/h and offer amenities such as free Wi-Fi, electrical outlets and a kitchen.
- ÖBB Intercity is the intercity train service of the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). Operating on Austria’s main lines, ÖBB Intercity trains connect Germany, Switzerland and Italy, among other neighboring countries. Two levels of service are offered by ÖBB Intercity trains: first and second. Reaching a maximum speed of 200 km/h, ÖBB Intercity trains have amenities such as free Wi-Fi, electrical outlets and food.
Train Routes
The train routes to Lienz depend on the origin and destination of your journey. The following table shows some examples of the train routes to Lienz from some of the major cities in Europe.
| Origin | Destination | Train Operator | Route | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | Lienz | Railjet | Wien Hbf – Lienz In Osttirol | 6h 30m |
| Graz | Lienz | Railjet | Graz Hbf – Lienz In Osttirol | 4h 30m |
| Klagenfurt | Lienz | ÖBB Intercity | Klagenfurt Hbf – Lienz In Osttirol | 2h |
| Bolzano | Lienz | Trenitalia | Bolzano/Bozen – Fortezza/Franzensfeste – Lienz In Osttirol | 2h 30m |
| Munich | Lienz | Railjet + ÖBB Intercity | München Hbf – Salzburg Hbf – Spittal-Millstättersee – Lienz In Osttirol | 5h |
| Zurich | Lienz | Railjet + ÖBB Intercity | Zürich Hbf – Innsbruck Hbf – Spittal-Millstättersee – Lienz In Osttirol | 7h |
Train Costs
The cost of a train trip to Lienz depends on the train operator, type of service, time of booking and availability of discounts. The following overview shows rail costs from several important European cities to Lienz.
| Origin | Destination | Train Operator | Type of Service | Time of Booking | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | Lienz | Railjet | Economy | 1 month in advance | €50 |
| Graz | Lienz | Railjet | Economy | 1 month in advance | €40 |
| Klagenfurt | Lienz | ÖBB Intercity | Second | 1 month in advance | €20 |
| Bolzano | Lienz | Trenitalia | Regional | On the day | €10 |
| Munich | Lienz | Railjet + ÖBB Intercity | Economy + Second | 1 month in advance | €40 |
| Zurich | Lienz | Railjet + ÖBB Intercity | Economy + Second | 1 month in advance | €80 |
How To Get In Lienz - By Bus
Bus Operators
A bus terminus is located not far from Lienz train station. Several bus companies connect Lienz to regional and international transport systems:
- From Lienz to many points in Austria, Italy, Germany and Switzerland, FlixBus offers reliable and reasonably priced bus services, including Salzburg, Innsbruck, Bolzano, Venice, Munich and Zurich. The bus trip costs you between 10 and 30 euros.
- From Lienz to several towns and villages in East Tyrol, ÖBB Postbus offers local and regional bus services, including Heiligenblut, Kals, Matrei and Sillian. The bus ride costs you between two and ten euros.
- From Lienz to various cities and towns in South Tyrol, including Brunico, Brixen, Meran and Bozen, Südtirol Bus offers bus services. The price of the bus trip is between 10 and 20 euros.
Bus Routes
Bus routes to Lienz depend on where your trip starts and ends. The previous table shows some of the bus routes from some of the main European cities to Lienz.
| Origin | Destination | Bus Operator | Route | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | Lienz | FlixBus | Wien Erdberg – Lienz | 7h 30m |
| Graz | Lienz | FlixBus | Graz P+R Webling – Lienz | 5h 15m |
| Klagenfurt | Lienz | FlixBus | Klagenfurt Hbf – Lienz | 2h 30m |
| Salzburg | Lienz | FlixBus | Salzburg Hbf – Lienz | 4h 15m |
| Innsbruck | Lienz | FlixBus | Innsbruck Hbf – Lienz | 3h 15m |
| Bolzano | Lienz | Südtirol Bus | Bolzano/Bozen – Lienz | 2h 15m |
| Venice | Lienz | FlixBus | Venice Mestre – Dobbiaco – Lienz | 5h |
| Munich | Lienz | FlixBus | München ZOB – Lienz | 5h 30m |
| Zurich | Lienz | FlixBus | Zürich HB – Lienz | 8h 30m |
Bus Costs
The bus costs to Lienz depend on the bus operator, the time of booking, and the availability of discounts. The following table shows some examples of the bus costs to Lienz from some of the major cities in Europe.
| Origin | Destination | Bus Operator | Time of Booking | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €15 |
| Graz | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €12 |
| Klagenfurt | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €10 |
| Salzburg | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €12 |
| Innsbruck | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €10 |
| Bolzano | Lienz | Südtirol Bus | On the day | €15 |
| Venice | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €17 |
| Munich | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €15 |
| Zurich | Lienz | FlixBus | 1 month in advance | €30 |
How To Get In Lienz - By Car
Roads
One may reach Lienz by automobile via the following roads:
- Linking Lienz to Salzburg and Villach, A10 Tauern Autobahn. You may leave at Spittal-Millstättersee and go Lienz using the B100 Drautalstraße.
- Lienz to Innsbruck and Munich using A12 Inntal Autobahn. To reach Lienz, leave at Wörgl Ost and follow the B178 Loferer Straße and the B108 Felbertauernstraße.
- Linking Lienz to Bolzano and Verona, A22 Brenner Autobahn You leave at Bressanone and continue the SS49 Val Pusteria to Lienz.
- Linking Lienz to Venice and Trieste, A23 Autostrada Venezia-Trieste You may leave at Conegliano and track the SS51 Alemagna until Lienz.
Distances and Times
The starting and ending of your trip will determine the driving distance and duration to Lienz.From some of the closest cities to Lienz, the following table provides some driving distance and time to Lienz samples.
| Origin | Destination | Distance (km) | Time (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salzburg | Lienz | 170 | 2.5 |
| Innsbruck | Lienz | 150 | 2.25 |
| Bolzano | Lienz | 100 | 1.5 |
| Venice | Lienz | 250 | 3 |
| Munich | Lienz | 200 | 3 |
| Zurich | Lienz | 400 | 5 |
Costs
Parking fees, tolls, and gasoline consumption define Lienz’s driving expenses.Some of the closest cities to Lienz have driving expenses shown below, which provide some samples.
| Origin | Destination | Fuel Cost (€) | Toll Cost (€) | Parking Cost (€) | Total Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salzburg | Lienz | 20 | 10 | 5 | 35 |
| Innsbruck | Lienz | 15 | 10 | 5 | 30 |
| Bolzano | Lienz | 10 | 5 | 5 | 20 |
| Venice | Lienz | 25 | 15 | 5 | 45 |
| Munich | Lienz | 20 | 15 | 5 | 40 |
| Zurich | Lienz | 40 | 30 | 5 | 75 |
