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Audi Museum mobile
Automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept vehicles and interactive displays tracing mobility and brand history.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£64
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 35 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Ingolstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Ingolstadt will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Linz to Ingolstadt, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Ingolstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £567.
Distance: 217 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £567 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Ingolstadt:
A train is £488 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Ingolstadt costing on average £567.
Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 52m.
Tickets start at around £80 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-38.55. The journey takes 3h 52m versus 3h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Ingolstadt trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:34 Linz | 3h10 | 17:44 Ingolstadt | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 3:03 Linz | 5h00 | 8:03 Ingolstadt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Linz | 4h09 | 11:54 Ingolstadt | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Linz to Ingolstadt run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Discover the best of Ingolstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ingolstadt trip today.
Automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept vehicles and interactive displays tracing mobility and brand history.
Museum of military history in a former fortress building, covering armed conflict, society and technology across centuries.
Compact medical history museum with anatomical specimens and exhibits linked to the university tradition of the city.
Central square lined with historic façades, arcades and civic buildings; a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the historic centre, good for strolling between churches, gates and public squares.
Riverside green space along the Danube with paths, open views and a relaxed setting for walks near the city centre.
Roast pork with a dark beer gravy, usually served with dumplings and cabbage. A Bavarian staple widely eaten in and around Ingolstadt.
Pan-fried pork sausages from Nuremberg, commonly served nearby with sauerkraut or potato salad. A Franconian-Bavarian classic popular in Upper Bavaria too.
A crisp roast pork belly with crackling, often paired with dark beer sauce and dumplings. Traditional in Bavarian taverns across the region.
Smart restaurant with a refined menu focused on seasonal regional cooking, plus a polished but relaxed dining room.
Traditional Bavarian inn serving roast pork, sausages and beer in a historic, wood-panelled setting near the old town.
Established brewery restaurant known for hearty Bavarian dishes and house beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are lower than in Munich.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Ingolstadt Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Ingolstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Ingolstadt by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ingolstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linz to Ingolstadt trains use the Linz Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Linz and Ingolstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Linz Hbf is 1 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
Linz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Josef Linz, Das Anton
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Linz Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Linz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Linz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Linz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linz Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schillerpark, Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark, Park Inn by Radisson Linz.
Ingolstadt Hbf is 2 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nave Pizzaservice, Pizzeria Romi, China Restaurant Ten Eins, Romeo e Giulietta
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
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