The average train between Linz and Herford takes 8h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Herford. 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 Herford. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Herford at 6:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 8h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz to Herford? 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 Herford. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf station and arriving at Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station via Nuernberg Hbf station and Hannover Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.
Linz to Herford train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Herford train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station.
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The distance between Linz and Herford is 581.8 km. The road distance is 718 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Hannover Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 33m.