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Trip Overview

The average train between Lugano and Linz takes 12h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano 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.

12h 23m
Duration
770 km
Distance
€198
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain train Ec
  2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Buchs Sgtrain train Rjx
  3. Take the train from Buchs Sg to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain train Rjx
  4. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain train Rjx
10h 44m
€137–327

Lugano to Linz train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Lugano and Linz. The earliest departure is at 9:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Linz at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Zuerich Hb and take an average of 12h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lugano 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.

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  • Distance: 770.1 km
  • Duration: 12h 23m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Linz, Austria?

You can take a train from Lugano to Linz/Donau Hbf via Zuerich Hb, Buchs Sg, and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof in around 10h 44m.

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