The average train between Aachen and Linz takes 10h 17m and the fastest train takes 9h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Linz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Aachen and Linz. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Messe/Deutz and take an average of 10h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Aachen to Linz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Linz. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf station and arriving at Linz Hauptbahnhof station via Koeln Messe/Deutz station, München Hbf station and Salzburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.
Aachen to Linz train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Linz train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Linz Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Aachen and Linz is 652 km. The road distance is 765 km.
You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Linz Hauptbahnhof via Koeln Messe/Deutz, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 9h 40m.