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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Magdeburg is to bus which costs €40 - €110 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Magdeburg is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs €95 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz station to Magdeburg station. However, there are services departing from Linz central train station and arriving at Magdeburg central bus station via Prague. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Magdeburg?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Magdeburg. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Magdeburg Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Linz to Magdeburg?

The distance between Linz and Magdeburg is 689 km. The road distance is 601.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Magdeburg without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 6m and costs €65 - €230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Linz to Magdeburg bus from?

Linz to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz central train station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Magdeburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Magdeburg?

The best way to get from Linz to Magdeburg is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 6m and costs €65 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €110 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Linz to Magdeburg bus arrive?

Linz to Magdeburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prague station.

Where does the Linz to Magdeburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Magdeburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Magdeburg is 601 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Linz to Magdeburg.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Linz to Magdeburg?

Book your Linz to Magdeburg bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Magdeburg?

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Linz to Magdeburg - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Linz to Magdeburg by train, bus, 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 via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
6h 6m
€65–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz central train station to Praguebus 197
2. Take the bus from Prague to Magdeburg central bus stationbus N66 / ...
10h 35m
€43–104
Drive 601.1 km
1. Drive from Linz to Magdeburgcar 601.1 km
5h 46m
€98–141
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Hannover Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane MUC - HAJ
3. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain
7h 56m
€156–389
Train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain 55 / ...
6h 43m
€72–201
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane MUC - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain
8h 38m
€109–320
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane VIE - BER
3. Take the train from Flughafen BER to S Potsdam Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Potsdam Hbf to Magdeburg Hbftrain
8h 8m
€93–301
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane VIE - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Magdeburg Hbftrain
6h 59m
€133–355
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Hannover Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane VIE - HAJ
3. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Magdeburg Hbftrain
7h 40m
€120–350

Linz to Magdeburg by train

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 689.3 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Magdeburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Magdeburg Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz central train station to Magdeburg central bus station via Prague in around 10h 35m.

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