The average train between Linz and Altenburg takes 8h 34m and the fastest train takes 7h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Altenburg. 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 every 4 hours between Linz and Altenburg. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Altenburg at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 and take an average of 8h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz to Altenburg? 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 Linz to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Altenburg station via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.
Linz to Altenburg train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Altenburg train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Altenburg station.
Book your Linz to Altenburg train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Altenburg is 326.5 km. The road distance is 800 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Altenburg via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 7h 52m.