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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Bautzen is to bus and train which costs €40 - €100 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Bautzen is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Bautzen?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Bautzen. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Bautzen via Leipzig Hbf and Dresden-Neustadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Linz to Bautzen?

The distance between Linz and Bautzen is 803 km. The road distance is 404.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Bautzen without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs €150 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Linz to Bautzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Bautzen train from?

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

Where does the Linz to Bautzen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Bautzen?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Bautzen is 404 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Linz to Bautzen.

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

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Where can I stay near Bautzen?

There are 495+ hotels available in Bautzen.

Linz to Bautzen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Linz to Bautzen 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 Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Bautzentrain Rb / ...
7h 30m
€154–375
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Dresden Neustadt stationbus N160
2. Take the train from Dresden-Neustadt to Bautzentrain Rb / ...
7h 35m
€43–96
Drive 404.1 km
1. Drive from Linz to Bautzencar 404.1 km
4h 27m
€66–95
Fly from Linz Airport, train
1. Fly from Linz Airport (LNZ) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane LNZ - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden-Klotzsche to Bautzentrain
7h 34m
€279–522
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Bautzentrain Rb / ...
8h 28m
€81–238
Train to Munich International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden-Klotzsche to Bautzentrain
6h 49m
€173–457

Linz to Bautzen by train

14Weekly Trains

7h 30mAverage Duration

€154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 802.7 km
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Bautzen via Leipzig Hbf, Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt, and Dresden-Neustadt in around 7h 30m.

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