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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Altenburg is to bus and train which costs €35 - €70 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Altenburg is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Altenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Altenburg via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Linz to Altenburg?

The distance between Linz and Altenburg is 672 km. The road distance is 440.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Altenburg without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs €65 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Linz to Altenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Altenburg train from?

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

Where does the Linz to Altenburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Altenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Altenburg is 441 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Linz to Altenburg.

Where can I stay near Altenburg?

There are 401+ hotels available in Altenburg.

Linz to Altenburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Linz to Altenburg 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 Linz Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenburgtrain S5 / ...
6h 9m
€69–175
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Zwickau central train stationbus 321
3. Take the train from Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof to Altenburgtrain S5x / ...
9h 18m
€37–68
Drive 440.8 km
1. Drive from Linz to Altenburgcar 440.8 km
5h 6m
€72–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane VIE - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Altenburgtrain
6h 9m
€122–348

Linz to Altenburg by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 672.3 km
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Altenburg, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Altenburg via Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 9m.

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