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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Krems is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Krems is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Krems?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Krems. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf and arriving at Krems An Der Donau via St.Poelten Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Linz to Krems?

The distance between Linz and Krems is 152 km. The road distance is 133.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Krems without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €12 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Linz to Krems, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Krems train from?

Linz to Krems train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Where does the Linz to Krems train arrive?

Linz to Krems train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at St.Poelten Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz to Krems?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Krems is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Linz to Krems.

Where can I stay near Krems?

There are 485+ hotels available in Krems.

Linz to Krems - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 101 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Linz to Krems by train, car, or bus

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Train
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1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to St.Poelten Hbftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from St.Poelten Hbf to Krems An Der Donautrain Re
1h 45m
€12–54
Drive 133.6 km
1. Drive from Linz to Kremscar 133.6 km
1h 33m
€23–32
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Linz Hauptbahnhof to St Pölten Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the bus from St. Pölten Hauptbahnhof to Krems Austraße/B3bus 101 / ...
2h 26m
€18–97

Linz to Krems by train

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.6 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Krems, Lower Austria?

You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Krems An Der Donau via St.Poelten Hbf in around 1h 45m.

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