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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Forchheim is to bus via Erlangen train station which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 30m.

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 12m 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 39m.

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 39m and costs €50 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m 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 39m and costs €50 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus via Erlangen train station, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 30m.

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 12m to drive from Linz to Forchheim.

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

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Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 751+ 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 Hbftrain Ice
3h 39m
€50–99
Bus via Erlangen train station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3643 / ...
6h 30m
€24–35
Drive 327.7 km
1. Drive from Linz to Forchheimcar 327.7 km
3h 12m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
7h 3m
€36–49

Linz to Forchheim by train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 360.4 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 51m. 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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