The average train between Karlsruhe and Linz takes 8h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Karlsruhe 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 every 4 hours between Karlsruhe and Linz. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Karlsruhe is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Linz at 9:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 8h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Linz. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe station and arriving at Linz station via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
Karlsruhe to Linz train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg, depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
Karlsruhe to Linz train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg, arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Book your Karlsruhe to Linz train tickets online with Arverio Baden-Württemberg, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Karlsruhe and Linz is 438.9 km. The road distance is 585 km.
You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbf via Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 42m.