What is the cheapest way to get from Linz to Leipzig?

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Leipzig is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz to Leipzig?

The fastest way to get from Linz to Leipzig is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Leipzig?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Leipzig central train station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Leipzig?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Linz/Donau Hbf and arriving at Leipzig Hbf via München Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Linz to Leipzig?

The distance between Linz and Leipzig is 747 km. The road distance is 485.9 km.

How do I travel from Linz to Leipzig without a car?

The best way to get from Linz to Leipzig without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 7h 5m and costs €110 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Linz to Leipzig?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Linz to Leipzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Leipzig bus from?

Linz to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Leipzig train from?

Linz to Leipzig train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Linz to Leipzig?

The best way to get from Linz to Leipzig is to train via Nuremberg which takes 7h 5m and costs €110 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €260 - €850 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Linz to Leipzig bus arrive?

Linz to Leipzig bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Linz to Leipzig train arrive?

Linz to Leipzig train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 station.

Can I drive from Linz to Leipzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Leipzig is 486 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Linz to Leipzig.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz to Leipzig?

Book your Linz to Leipzig train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Linz to Leipzig?

Book your Linz to Leipzig bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leipzig?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Leipzig.

Linz to Leipzig - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromLinz to Leipzig

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Linz to Leipzig by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
7h 5m
€117–545
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Leipzig central train stationbus N881
7h 35m
€35–60
Drive 485.9 km
1. Drive from Linz to Leipzigcar 485.9 km
4h 59m
€80–115
Fly Linz Airport to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Fly from Linz Airport (LNZ) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane LNZ - LEJ
6h 47m
€268–816
Train
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Leipzig Hbftrain Ec
8h 32m
€108–227
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane VIE - LEJ
5h 27m
€138–370
Train to Salzburg Airport, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane SZG - LEJ
7h 45m
€181–704
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane MUC - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Leipzig Hbftrain
7h 19m
€171–410

Linz to Leipzig by train

105Weekly Trains

7h 5mAverage Duration

€117Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 747.1 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Leipzig, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Leipzig Hbf via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Leipzig central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.