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 €16 - €25 and takes 6h 10m.

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 2h 59m 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 Wissensturm and arriving at Erlangen train station via Nuremberg central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Erlangen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Erlangen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

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 via Nuernberg Hbf which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €120.

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 Union Ivkoni, depart from Linz Wissensturm 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 via Nuernberg Hbf which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €25 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Linz to Erlangen bus arrive?

Linz to Erlangen bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Nuremberg Central Bus 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 2h 59m 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Linz to Erlangen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nuernberg Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg HbfIce
3h 9m
€45–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3643 / ...
6h 10m
€17–25
Drive 311.4 km
1. Drive from Linz to Erlangen311.4 km
2h 59m
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to ErlangenIc
4h 7m
€75–120
Bus via Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Nuremberg Central Bus StationArda-Tur
6h 50m
€21–103

Linz to Erlangen by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 344.9 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 2 hours. Tickets cost €40–95 and the journey takes 2h 51m. ÖBB Intercity also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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