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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Forchheim is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Forchheim is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Forchheim via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Linz to Forchheim?

The distance between Linz and Forchheim is 360 km. The road distance is 327.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Forchheim without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Linz to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Forchheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Linz to Forchheim is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Linz to Forchheim train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Forchheim is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Linz to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 734+ hotels available in Forchheim.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Linz to Forchheim 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
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg HbfIce
3h 37m
€36–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3643 / ...
5h 36m
€23–32
Drive 327.7 km
1. Drive from Linz to Forchheim327.7 km
3h 10m
€53–77
Bus via Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Nuremberg Central Bus StationArda-Tur
7h 1m
€23–106

Linz to Forchheim by train

94Weekly Trains

3h 37mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.4 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €30–90 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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