The average train between Jena and Linz takes 8h 52m and the fastest train takes 6h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Jena 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 Jena and Linz. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Jena is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 8h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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12h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Jena 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 Jena to Linz. However, there are services departing from Jena station and arriving at Linz station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.
Jena to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Jena West station.
Jena to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Book your Jena to Linz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Jena and Linz is 350.3 km. The road distance is 675 km.
You can take a train from Jena West to Linz/Donau Hbf via Erfurt Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf in around 7h 25m.