The average train between Lucerne and Linz takes 10h and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Lucerne 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 Lucerne and Linz. The earliest departure is at 12:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Lucerne is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Linz at 1:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Thalwil and take an average of 10h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Linz. However, there are services departing from Lucerne station and arriving at Linz station via Thalwil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.
Lucerne to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.
Lucerne to Linz train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Book your Lucerne to Linz train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Railjet.
The distance between Lucerne and Linz is 468.8 km. The road distance is 628 km.
You can take a train from Luzern to Linz/Donau Hbf via Thalwil and Sargans in around 9h 24m.