The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Linz
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Linz will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 49 trains that leave Nuremberg for Linz every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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 821+
RB54 · RE5 · RJX 66923:019h14Nuremberg Hbf8:15Linz Hbf£231One-way3 changes
ICE 1505+
RE5 · RJX 16512:254h50Nuremberg Hbf17:15Linz Hbf£361One-way2 changes
ICE 1505 · RJX 165+
7902312:254h50Nuremberg Hbf17:15Linz Hbf£531One-way2 changes
ICE 122918:353h51Nuremberg Hbf22:26Linz Hbf£541One-way0 changes
ICE 629 · IC 40617:014h43Nuremberg Hbf21:44Linz Hbf£541One-way1 change
ICE 122110:353h51Nuremberg Hbf14:26Linz Hbf£951One-way0 changes
ICE 122110:353h51Nuremberg Hbf14:26Linz Hbf£851One-way0 changes
ICE 122514:353h51Nuremberg Hbf18:26Linz Hbf£851One-way0 changes
ICE 122514:353h51Nuremberg Hbf18:26Linz Hbf£821One-way0 changes
ICE 122918:353h51Nuremberg Hbf22:26Linz Hbf£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nuremberg to Linz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £389.
Distance: 267 km
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£68 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £538 Average Price |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Linz train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Linz trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 40491+ RJX 61+ IC 549 | 4:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h13 | 10:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
NJ 40491+ RJX 61 | 4:17 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h58 | 10:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61 | 5:08 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h07 | 10:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61+ IC 549 | 5:08 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h22 | 10:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE1+ RJ 113+ RJX 765 | 6:07 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h08 | 11:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
4003 · RJ 113 · RJX 765 | 6:07 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h08 | 11:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 521 · RJX 63 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h16 | 12:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 521+ RJX 63+ IC 643 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h31 | 12:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 521+ RJX 63 | On time 7:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h16 | 12:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 161 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 13:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 781+ EC 115+ IC 645 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h01 | 13:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 781+ EC 115+ RJX 161 | On time 8:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 13:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 525+ RJX 65 | On time 10:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 14:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 525 · RJX 65 | On time 10:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 14:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1221 | On time 10:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 14:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1221 | On time 10:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 14:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 505+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 11:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h35 | 16:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 505 · RJX 67 | On time 11:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 16:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 16:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529 · RJX 67 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 16:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 12:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h29 | 16:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1505+ RE5 · RJX 165 | On time 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 17:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1505+ RE5+ IC 743 | On time 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h05 | 17:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1505+ 79023+ RJX 165 | On time 12:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 17:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 17:15 Linz Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 785+ DB S5+ ICE 119+ IC 743 | On time 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h01 | 17:30 Linz Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 785+ DB S5+ ICE 119+ RJX 165 | On time 12:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 17:15 Linz Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 507 · RJX 69 | On time 13:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 18:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 623 · RJX 69 | On time 14:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 18:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 623+ RJX 69 | On time 14:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 18:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1225 | On time 14:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 18:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1225 | On time 14:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 18:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 509 · RJX 261 | On time 15:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h20 | 20:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 509+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 15:55 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h35 | 20:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261 | On time 16:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 20:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 627 · RJX 261 | On time 16:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h14 | 20:15 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 16:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h29 | 20:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 789 · EC 213 · RJX 169 | On time 16:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 21:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 789+ EC 213+ RJX 169 | On time 16:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h46 | 21:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 789+ EC 213+ IC 841 | On time 16:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h01 | 21:30 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 629+ IC 406 | Delayed 17:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h42 | 19:44 19:44Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 17:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h43 | 21:44 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1101+ 79039+ RJX 663 | On time 17:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 22:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1101+ RE5 · RJX 663 | On time 17:25 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h50 | 22:15 Linz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1229 | On time 18:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 22:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1229 | On time 18:35 Nuremberg Hbf | 3h51 | 22:26 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Linz
Trains from Nuremberg to Linz run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Nuremberg to Linz trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Nuremberg and Linz from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Nuremberg to Linz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Linz 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 Linz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Linz
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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