The average train between Magdeburg and Linz takes 9h 11m and the fastest train takes 7h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Magdeburg 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 4 times a day between Magdeburg and Linz. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Magdeburg is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Halle(Saale)Hbf and take an average of 9h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


7h 59m • 2 changes


8h • 2 changes


8h 9m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


11h 16m • 2 changes


7h 59m • 2 changes


8h • 2 changes


8h 9m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


14h • 2 changes


7h 59m • 2 changes


8h • 2 changes


8h 26m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


14h • 2 changes


7h 59m • 2 changes


8h • 2 changes


8h 9m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


14h • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Linz. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg station and arriving at Linz station via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.
Magdeburg to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Magdeburg Hbf station.
Magdeburg to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Linz Hbf station.
Book your Magdeburg to Linz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Magdeburg and Linz is 465 km. The road distance is 809 km.
You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Linz Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 in around 8h 14m.