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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Linz is to bus and train which costs €27 - €60 and takes 8h 29m.

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 57m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Leipzig station to Linz station. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Linz central train station via Praha, ÚAN Florenc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

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 14m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Linz?

The distance between Leipzig and Linz is 632 km. The road distance is 487.2 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 14m and costs €75 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m 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 or bus from Leipzig to Linz?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Linz is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Leipzig to Linz bus arrive?

Leipzig to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Praha, ÚAN Florenc 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 57m to drive from Leipzig to Linz.

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

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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 Hbf91 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz HbfRe
6h 14m
€77–170
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leipzig Hbf Ostseite to Praha, ÚAN FlorencUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3731 / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz HbfEc
8h 29m
€28–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Praha, ÚAN FlorencN367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Linz central train station197
8h 35m
€39–74
Drive 487.2 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Linz487.2 km
4h 57m
€78–113
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)LEJ - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbf
7h 46m
€167–363
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf28 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Passau Hbf91 / ...
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz HbfRe
6h 55m
€72–200
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)LEJ - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbf
6h 5m
€111–335
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhf
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)BER - SZG
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbf
6h 32m
€91–352

Leipzig to Linz by train

16Weekly Trains

6h 14mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 632.4 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Linz central train station via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 8h 35m.

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