The average train between Linz and Hamburg takes 9h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Hamburg. 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 Linz and Hamburg. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Hamburg at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 9h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz to Hamburg? 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 Hamburg. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf station and arriving at Hamburg-Harburg station via Nuernberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.
Linz to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Hamburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg-Harburg station.
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The distance between Linz and Hamburg is 655.9 km. The road distance is 832 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Jungfernstieg via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, Hamburg-Harburg, and Harburg in around 8h 23m.