The average train between Mainz and Linz takes 8h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 5 times a day between Mainz and Linz. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Linz at 10:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 8h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 12m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Linz. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station and arriving at Linz/Donau Hbf station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station and München Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.
Mainz to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Linz train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Linz/Donau Hbf station.
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The distance between Mainz and Linz is 474.9 km. The road distance is 547 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 in around 7h 32m.