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

The cheapest way to get from Regensburg to Linz is to bus which costs €8 - €13 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Regensburg to Linz is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Regensburg and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Regensburg Bahnhofstrasse and arriving at Linz Wissensturm. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Regensburg and Linz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Regensburg Hbf and arriving at Linz Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Regensburg to Linz?

The distance between Regensburg and Linz is 222 km. The road distance is 196.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Regensburg to Linz without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €35 - €120.

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

The train from Regensburg Hbf to Linz Hbf takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Regensburg to Linz bus from?

Regensburg to Linz bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Regensburg Bahnhofstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Regensburg to Linz train from?

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

Train or bus from Regensburg to Linz?

The best way to get from Regensburg to Linz is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 3h.

Where does the Regensburg to Linz bus arrive?

Regensburg to Linz bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Linz Wissensturm station.

Where does the Regensburg to Linz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Regensburg to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Regensburg to Linz is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Regensburg to Linz.

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

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

Book your Regensburg to Linz bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 352+ hotels available in Linz.

Can I share a ride from Regensburg to Linz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Regensburg and Linz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Regensburg to Linz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Regensburg to Linz by train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Linz HbfNightjet
2h 24m
€35–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regensburg Bahnhofstrasse to Linz WissensturmUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3644 / ...
3h
€8–13
Night train
1. Take the night train from Regensburg Hbf to Linz HbfNj
2h 34m
€30–260
Drive 196.3 km
1. Drive from Regensburg to Linz196.3 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Regensburg to Linz197.5 km
2h 58m
€11

Regensburg to Linz by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.2 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Regensburg Hbf to Linz Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Regensburg Bahnhofstrasse to Linz Wissensturm twice a week. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 3h.

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