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

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Linz is to bus and train which costs €40 - €70 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg to Linz is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuremberg Central Bus Station station and arriving at Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Linz?

The distance between Nuremberg and Linz is 328 km. The road distance is 298 km.

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

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Linz without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 57m and costs €40 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Nuremberg to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Linz bus from?

Nuremberg to Linz bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Nuremberg Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg to Linz train from?

Nuremberg to Linz train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Nuremberg to Linz?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Linz is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs €45 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €59 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Nuremberg to Linz bus arrive?

Nuremberg to Linz bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop station.

Where does the Nuremberg to Linz train arrive?

Nuremberg to Linz train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Linz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Linz is 298 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Nuremberg to Linz.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Nuremberg to Linz by bus, train, night train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Passau central train stationbus N61 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Re
4h 57m
€40–67
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Nuernberg Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 58m
€30–100
Train
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Nightjet
4h 58m
€45–95
Drive 298 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Linzcar 298 km
2h 59m
€50–72
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbftrain 961 / ...
5h 20m
€63–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg Central Bus Station to Linz Industriezeile Bus Stopbus Arda-Tur
6h 15m
€59

Nuremberg to Linz by bus and train

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Distance: 327.8 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Linz Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €45–95 and the journey takes 4h 58m. Alternatively, Arda Tur operates a bus from Nuremberg Central Bus Station to Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop 3 times a week. Tickets cost €59 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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