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 which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 31m.

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 27m 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 Guesten, Sangerhausen and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.

How far is it from Dessau to Linz?

The distance between Dessau and Linz is 716 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 and bus which takes 12h 31m and costs €60 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 12h 31m 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 Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, depart from Dessau Hbf station.

Where does the Dessau to Linz train arrive?

Dessau to Linz train services, operated by Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, arrive at Guesten station.

Can I drive from Dessau to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Dessau to Linz is 546 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Dessau to Linz.

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 74+ hotels available in Linz.

Dessau to Linz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dessau to Linz by train, bus, night train, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Guestentrain Rb
2. Take the train from Guesten to Magdeburg Hbftrain Rb / ...
3. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Linz Industriezeilebus
12h 31m
€60–103
Train
1. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Guestentrain Rb
2. Take the train from Guesten to Sangerhausentrain Re
3. Take the train from Sangerhausen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re / ...
4. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Linz Hbftrain
14h 36m
€113–226
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Munich East Stationnighttrain
2. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Linz Hbftrain 961 / ...
12h 27m
€142–255
Drive 545.9 km
1. Drive from Dessau to Linzcar 545.9 km
5h 27m
€88–127

Dessau to Linz by train and bus

5Weekly Services

12h 31mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 716.5 km
Duration: 12h 31m

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

You can take a train from Dessau Hbf to Linz Hbf via Guesten, Sangerhausen, Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, and Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe in around 14h 36m.

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