The average train between Lienz and Sterzing takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Lienz to Sterzing. 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 hourly between Lienz and Sterzing. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lienz is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Sterzing at 10:32 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lienz to Sterzing. However, there are services departing from Lienz station and arriving at Sterzing station via Fortezza/Franzensfes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Lienz to Sterzing train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Lienz In Osttirol station.
Lienz to Sterzing train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Fortezza/Franzensfes station.
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The distance between Lienz and Sterzing is 101.9 km. The road distance is 125 km.
ÖBB operates a train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfes hourly. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 2h 37m.