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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Linz is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Linz is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs €150 - €390.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Linz. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Linz Hbf via Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Mainz to Linz?

The distance between Mainz and Linz is 566 km. The road distance is 546.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Linz without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs €120 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Mainz to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Linz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Linz train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Linz?

The best way to get from Mainz to Linz is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs €120 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 10h 52m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €170 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Mainz to Linz bus arrive?

Mainz to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Passau central train station.

Where does the Mainz to Linz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mainz to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Linz is 547 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Mainz to Linz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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Mainz to Linz - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Linz. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände via Frankfurt central train station and Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

There are 8 ways to get from Mainz to Linz by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane FRA - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
4h 5m
€153–386
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Passau central train stationbus N61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer to Linz/Donau Obere Donauländebus 670
10h 52m
€56–94
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Passau Hbftrain 91 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
7h 54m
€120–286
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt (Main) Süd to Würzburg Hbftrain Re55 / ...
2. Take the night train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Linz Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 34m
€66–151
Fly to Linz Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Linz Airport (LNZ)plane FRA - LNZ
4h 46m
€101–167
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
5h 52m
€95–222
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Passau Hbftrain 91 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
7h 55m
€107–264
Drive 546.8 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Linzcar 546.8 km
4h 55m
€89–128

Mainz to Linz by train

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7h 54mAverage Duration

€120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 566.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Linz Hbf via Passau Hbf in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mainz central train station to Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände via Frankfurt central train station and Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer in around 10h 52m.

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