The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz to Passau
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Passau will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 17 trains that leave Linz for Passau every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 m 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.
ICE 122411:341h00Linz Hbf12:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 2018:341h00Linz Hbf19:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 122015:341h00Linz Hbf16:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 12287:341h00Linz Hbf8:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
REX 5013:501h22Linz Hbf15:12Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 122411:341h00Linz Hbf12:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 2018:341h00Linz Hbf19:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 122015:341h00Linz Hbf16:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
ICE 12287:341h00Linz Hbf8:34Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
REX 5013:501h22Linz Hbf15:12Passau Hbf£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Linz to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 68 km
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linz to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Passau trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REX 50 | 19:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 21:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 20:50 Linz Hbf | 1h35 | 22:25 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 748+ R 50 | 21:30 Linz Hbf | 1h52 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 264+ R 50 | 21:45 Linz Hbf | 1h37 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
REX 50 | 6:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 8:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1228 | 7:34 Linz Hbf | 1h00 | 8:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 7:50 Linz Hbf | 1h22 | 9:12 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 8:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 9:50 Linz Hbf | 1h22 | 11:12 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 51+ R 50 | 10:50 Linz Hbf | 1h35 | 12:25 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1224 | 11:34 Linz Hbf | 1h00 | 12:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 11:50 Linz Hbf | 1h22 | 13:12 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 12:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 14:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 13:50 Linz Hbf | 1h22 | 15:12 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 51+ R 50 | 14:50 Linz Hbf | 1h35 | 16:25 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1220 | 15:34 Linz Hbf | 1h00 | 16:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 15:50 Linz Hbf | 1h22 | 17:12 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 16:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 18:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 20 | 18:34 Linz Hbf | 1h00 | 19:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 18:50 Linz Hbf | 1h32 | 20:22 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linz to Passau
Trains from Linz to Passau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 4:11 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet from Linz to Passau trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Linz and Passau from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Linz to Passau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Linz and Passau
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
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