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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Gotha is to bus and train which costs €65 - €190 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Gotha is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf and arriving at Gotha via München Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Linz to Gotha?

The distance between Linz and Gotha is 659 km. The road distance is 498.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Gotha without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs €100 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Linz to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Gotha train from?

Linz to Gotha train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Where does the Linz to Gotha train arrive?

Linz to Gotha train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 station.

Can I drive from Linz to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Gotha is 498 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Linz to Gotha.

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

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Gotha.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Linz to Gotha by train, bus, night train, 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/Donau Hbf to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
6h 14m
€103–536
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Leipzig central train stationbus N881
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
9h 1m
€68–184
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Linz/Donau Hbf to Nuernberg Hbfnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
6h 54m
€71–281
Drive 498.2 km
1. Drive from Linz to Gothacar 498.2 km
4h 49m
€81–116
Bus, train via Nuremberg
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Forchheim to Saalfeldtrain
3. Take the train from Saalfeld(Saale) to Neudietendorftrain Rb
11h 23m
€231–337
Fly, train
1. Fly from Linz Airport (LNZ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LNZ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gothatrain
7h 3m
€129–484

Linz to Gotha by train

236Weekly Trains

6h 14mAverage Duration

€103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 659 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Gotha via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 14m.

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