The average train between Erlangen and Linz takes 8h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Erlangen to Linz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Erlangen and Linz. The earliest departure is at 10:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 6:03 PM which arrives into Linz at 5:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 8h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Erlangen to Linz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Linz. However, there are services departing from Erlangen station and arriving at Linz station via Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.
Erlangen to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.
Erlangen to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Linz Hbf station.
Book your Erlangen to Linz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and ÖBB.
The distance between Erlangen and Linz is 278.7 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Erlangen to Linz Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Passau Hbf in around 5h 20m.