The average train between Linz and Bistriţa takes 18h 51m and the fastest train takes 15h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Bistriţa. 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 twice daily between Linz and Bistriţa. The earliest departure is at 1:17 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Bistriţa at 6:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 18h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Linz to Bistriţa? 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 Bistriţa. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Bistriţa station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 51m.
Linz to Bistriţa train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Bistriţa train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Saratel station.
The distance between Linz and Bistriţa is 774.5 km. The road distance is 975 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Bistriţa Nord via Wien Hbf, Budapest-Keleti, Saratel, and Sărăţel Hm. in around 15h 50m.