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Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz
Contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, photography and media art. Its riverfront terrace also makes it a pleasant stop.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 22 m
Trains on 17 Sept
18
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Passau to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Passau to Linz will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 18 trains from Passau to Linz, including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
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.
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REX 50Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Passau to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 68 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Passau to Linz:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Passau to Linz costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Linz take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Passau to Linz trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 50 | 5:39 Passau Hbf | 1h31 | 7:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50+ IC 543 | 6:02 Passau Hbf | 1h28 | 7:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50 | 6:25 Passau Hbf | 1h22 | 7:47 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 | 6:50 Passau Hbf | 1h34 | 8:24 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 | 7:52 Passau Hbf | 1h30 | 9:22 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 | 8:40 Passau Hbf | 1h30 | 10:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 · R 51 | 9:36 Passau Hbf | 1h34 | 11:10 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50 | 10:48 Passau Hbf | 1h22 | 12:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 | 11:40 Passau Hbf | 1h30 | 13:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 12:48 Passau Hbf | 1h22 | 14:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 · R 51 | 13:36 Passau Hbf | 1h34 | 15:10 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50 | 14:48 Passau Hbf | 1h22 | 16:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 50 | 15:40 Passau Hbf | 1h30 | 17:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
REX 50 | 16:48 Passau Hbf | 1h22 | 18:10 Linz Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 51+ REX 50 | 17:36 Passau Hbf | 1h34 | 19:10 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
R 50+ IC 749 | 18:40 Passau Hbf | 1h50 | 20:30 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50 · REX 51 | 19:36 Passau Hbf | 1h34 | 21:10 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
REX 50+ EC 1219 | 19:36 Passau Hbf | 1h50 | 21:26 Linz Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Passau to Linz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 57m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 4:11 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Linz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Linz trip today.
Contemporary art museum with changing exhibitions, photography and media art. Its riverfront terrace also makes it a pleasant stop.
Future-focused museum at the Danube with interactive technology, science and media displays. Good for hands-on visitors of all ages.
Regional museum inside Linz Castle covering art, history and nature. The site combines exhibitions with one of the city’s key historic settings.
Linz’s central square framed by historic façades, shops and churches. It is the main meeting point and a natural base for exploring the city.
Wooded hill area above Linz with lookouts, walking routes and the famous tram climb. It rewards visitors with broad views over the city.
Pleasant old-town street area with pastel houses, small courtyards and local character. Ideal for a slower walk away from the busiest routes.
Classic Linz cake with a buttery nut pastry and redcurrant jam lattice. It is the city’s signature sweet and one of Austria’s oldest named cakes.
A simple Upper Austrian dumpling made from flour or potatoes, often served with roast meat and gravy. It is a staple side dish in regional home cooking.
Roast pork, usually with caraway, garlic, dumplings and cabbage. It is a traditional hearty dish widely eaten in Upper Austrian taverns.
Elegant restaurant focusing on modern Austrian cooking and carefully plated seasonal dishes in a refined atmosphere.
Well-known traditional inn serving Upper Austrian dishes, schnitzel and roast specialities in a classic wood-panelled setting.
Popular casual spot for local pastries, coffee and light meals. A good place to try Linzer Torte in a central café setting.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are cheaper than Vienna, while public transport and everyday costs stay manageable for most city-break travellers.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up fares for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Linz Hbf -> Hauptplatz, Linz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Passau 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.

Most Passau to Linz trains use the Passau Hbf to Linz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Linz/Donau Wegscheid Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Passau and Linz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Passau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
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.
Linz/Donau Wegscheid Bahnhof is 6 km from Linz city centre. Public transport options include:
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