What is the cheapest way to get from Dessau to Linz?

The cheapest way to get from Dessau to Linz is to train and bus via Leipzig which costs €40 - €85 and takes 10h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dessau to Linz?

The fastest way to get from Dessau to Linz is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Dessau and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Dessau to Linz. However, there are services departing from Dessau Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf via Bitterfeld, Halle(Saale)Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf and Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Dessau to Linz?

The distance between Dessau and Linz is 659 km. The road distance is 545.9 km.

How do I travel from Dessau to Linz without a car?

The best way to get from Dessau to Linz without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 8h 13m and costs €100 - €280.

How long does it take to get from Dessau to Linz?

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Dessau to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dessau to Linz train from?

Dessau to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Where does the Dessau to Linz train arrive?

Dessau to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dessau to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dessau to Linz is 546 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Dessau to Linz.

How do I get a train ticket from Dessau to Linz?

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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Dessau to Linz - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Dessau to Linz by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 91 / ...
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
8h 13m
€101–277
Train, bus via Leipzig
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Messetrain S2
2. Take the bus from Leipzig Hbf Ostseite to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbftrain Ec
10h 59m
€42–82
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain S2
2. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus N67 / ...
3. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Linz central train stationbus 197
10h 32m
€53–97
Drive 545.9 km
1. Drive from Dessau to Linzcar 545.9 km
5h 24m
€88–127
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane BER - SZG
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
6h 48m
€113–364
Train
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 17
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
10h 56m
€124–165
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Messetrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
6h 40m
€122–356
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lutherstadt Wittenberg Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BER - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
7h 19m
€102–301

Dessau to Linz by train

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8h 13mAverage Duration

€101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 659.4 km
Duration: 8h 13m

What companies run services between Dessau, Germany and Linz, Austria?

You can take a train from Dessau Hbf to Linz Hbf via Bitterfeld, Halle(Saale)Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Passau Hbf in around 8h 13m.

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