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Essen to Linz trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Linz takes 10h 47m and the fastest train takes 8h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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.

10h 47m
Duration
933 km
Distance
€212
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train via Munich

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain train 47 / ...
  2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain train 90 / ...
  3. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain train Rjx
8h 52m
€160–794

Essen to Linz train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Linz. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 10h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 933 km
  • Duration: 10h 47m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbf via München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 52m.

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