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

The cheapest way to get from Merseburg to Linz is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merseburg to Linz is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Merseburg and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Merseburg to Linz. However, there are services departing from Merseburg Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf and Passau Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Merseburg to Linz?

The distance between Merseburg and Linz is 618 km. The road distance is 492.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Merseburg to Linz without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 7h 33m and costs €100 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Merseburg to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merseburg to Linz train from?

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

Train or bus from Merseburg to Linz?

The best way to get from Merseburg to Linz is to train via Nuremberg which takes 7h 33m and costs €100 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Merseburg to Linz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merseburg to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Merseburg to Linz is 492 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Merseburg to Linz.

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 387+ hotels available in Linz.

Merseburg to Linz - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Merseburg to Linz 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 Halle(Saale)Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 91 / ...
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
7h 33m
€106–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halle to Praha, Hlavní Nádražíbus N66
2. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Linz central train stationbus 197
9h 58m
€36–72
Drive 492.2 km
1. Drive from Merseburg to Linzcar 492.2 km
4h 57m
€80–116
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane LEJ - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain
7h 21m
€192–460
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Passau Hbftrain 91
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Re
7h 59m
€117–289
Train #2
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Linz Hbftrain Ec
10h 25m
€92–218
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LEJ - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbftrain
5h 58m
€129–402

Merseburg to Linz by train

38Weekly Trains

7h 33mAverage Duration

€106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 618 km
Duration: 7h 33m

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

You can take a train from Merseburg Hbf to Linz Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Passau Hbf in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merseburg Hbf to Linz central train station via Halle(Saale)Hbf, Halle, and Praha, Hlavní Nádraží in around 9h 58m.

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