What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 9h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz is to fly and train which takes 4h 24m and costs €130 - €360.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station to Linz. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt central train station and arriving at Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände via Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Linz/Donau Hbf via Muenchen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Linz is 665 km. The road distance is 516.4 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz without a car is to train via Munich which takes 7h 17m and costs €120 - €400.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz bus from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz train from?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

The best way to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz is to train via Munich which takes 7h 17m and costs €120 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 9h 7m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €310 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz bus arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Passau central train station.

Where does the Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz train arrive?

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz is 516 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz.

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Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

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There are 9 ways to get from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbftrain 961 / ...
7h 17m
€122–398
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the night train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Linz/Donau Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 46m
€58–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Passau central train stationbus N61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer to Linz/Donau Obere Donauländebus 670
9h 7m
€63–101
Drive 516.4 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linzcar 516.4 km
4h 43m
€84–122
Train
1. Take the train from Offenbach to Würzburg Hbftrain Re55 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Linz Hbftrain Nightjet
10h 27m
€91–189
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane FRA - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain
4h 24m
€138–354
Fly to Linz Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Linz Airport (LNZ)plane FRA - LNZ
4h 34m
€92–305
Fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz/Donau Hbftrain
5h 27m
€91–210
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane FRA - MUC
2. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Linz/Donau Hbftrain
6h 34m
€120–314

Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz by train

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Distance: 664.8 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Germany and Linz, Austria?

You can take a train from Frankfurt to Linz/Donau Hbf via München Hbf and Muenchen Hbf in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Linz/Donau Obere Donaulände via Frankfurt central train station and Passau ZOB Hbf Haltestelle 13/Reisebüro Niedermayer in around 9h 7m.

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