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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Erlangen is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Erlangen is to drive which takes 3h and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Erlangen station. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände and arriving at Erlangen train station via Passau central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Erlangen?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Erlangen. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Erlangen via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Linz to Erlangen?

The distance between Linz and Erlangen is 345 km. The road distance is 311.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Erlangen without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €60 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Linz to Erlangen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Erlangen bus from?

Linz to Erlangen bus services, operated by ÖBB-Postbus GmbH, depart from Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Erlangen train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Erlangen?

The best way to get from Linz to Erlangen is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Passau, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Linz to Erlangen bus arrive?

Linz to Erlangen bus services, operated by ÖBB-Postbus GmbH, arrive at Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer station.

Where does the Linz to Erlangen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Erlangen?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Erlangen is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Linz to Erlangen.

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

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Where can I stay near Erlangen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
3h 9m
€60–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
6h 34m
€35–57
Bus via Passau
1. Take the bus from Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände to Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayerbus 670
2. Take the bus from Passau central train station to Erlangen train stationbus N61 / ...
6h 21m
€39–61
Drive 311.4 km
1. Drive from Linz to Erlangencar 311.4 km
3h
€52–75

Linz to Erlangen by train

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Distance: 345 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–130 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände to Erlangen train station via Passau central train station in around 6h 21m.

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