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

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg to Linz is to bus which costs €18 - €26 and takes 6h 15m.

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 58m and costs €45 - €70.

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, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg and Linz?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Nuernberg Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Nuremberg to Linz?

The distance between Nuremberg and Linz is 322 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 train via Passau which takes 3h 58m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Nuremberg to Linz?

The best way to get from Nuremberg to Linz is to train via Passau which takes 3h 58m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus via Passau, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 12m.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Passau Hbf station.

Can I drive from Nuremberg to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg to Linz is 298 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m 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

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

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 Passau
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Passau Hbf91 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Linz HbfRe
3h 58m
€40–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg Central Bus Station to Linz Industriezeile Bus StopArda-Tur
6h 15m
€18–26
Bus via Passau
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Passau central train stationN61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer to Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände670
6h 12m
€37–55
Night train
1. Take the night train from Nuernberg Hbf to Linz HbfNj
3h 35m
€45–262
Drive 298 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg to Linz298 km
2h 58m
€48–70
Train
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Linz HbfNightjet
4h 11m
€50–170

Nuremberg to Linz by train

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Distance: 322.1 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Linz Hbf via Passau Hbf in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände via Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer in around 6h 12m.

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