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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Linz is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Linz is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Linz Industriezeile. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Linz. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf via Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Linz?

The distance between Leipzig and Linz is 632 km. The road distance is 487.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Linz without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €110 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Leipzig to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Linz bus from?

Leipzig to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Linz train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Leipzig to Linz?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Linz is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €110 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €360 - €950 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Leipzig to Linz bus arrive?

Leipzig to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Linz Industriezeile station.

Where does the Leipzig to Linz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Linz is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Leipzig to Linz.

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

Book your Leipzig to Linz train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig to Linz?

Book your Leipzig to Linz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Linz?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Leipzig 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
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 91
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
6h 21m
€117–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Linz Industriezeilebus N881
7h 25m
€30–60
Drive 487.3 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Linzcar 487.3 km
4h 58m
€80–115
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Linz Airport
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Linz Airport (LNZ)plane LEJ - LNZ
7h 5m
€368–913
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbftrain Ec
8h 21m
€95–220
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane LEJ - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
6h 59m
€179–451
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
5h 36m
€127–393
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig 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 29m
€110–338

Leipzig to Linz by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 21mAverage Duration

€117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 632.4 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Linz Hbf via Passau Hbf in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Linz Industriezeile 5 times a week. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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