The average train between Linz and Altenburg takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Altenburg. 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 3 hours between Linz and Altenburg. The earliest departure is at 7:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Altenburg at 5:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Linz to Altenburg? 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 Linz to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Altenburg station via Nuernberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.
Linz to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Linz Hbf station.
Linz to Altenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Altenburg station.
Book your Linz to Altenburg train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Linz and Altenburg is 326.5 km. The road distance is 668 km.
You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Altenburg via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 26m.