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Ars Electronica Center
Futuristic museum for media art and digital culture on the Danube; Linz’s signature contemporary museum with interactive, internationally known exhibitions.
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nuremberg to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Linz will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Linz without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 bus with prices starting from €22. 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 bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €429.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price | €593 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Nuremberg to Linz:
A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Linz costing on average €75.
A bus is €560 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Linz costing on average €593.
Other travel options to Linz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 56m.
Flight takes on average 7h 9m.
Tickets start at around €33 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 4h 56m versus 3h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 10:49PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:49PM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €36 |
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Linz buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 6h20 | 2:10 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 7h55 | 7:30 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 7h20 | 11:05 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Nürnberg, ZOB | 8h45 | 4:15 PM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 7h54 | 11:49 PM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Nuremberg to Linz run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:51, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:51 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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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.
Futuristic museum for media art and digital culture on the Danube; Linz’s signature contemporary museum with interactive, internationally known exhibitions.
Major art museum with strong modern and contemporary collections, temporary shows, and architecture that makes it a cultural anchor in central Linz.
Regional museum inside Linz Castle covering nature, culture, and history; combines historic architecture with excellent views over the Danube.
Linz’s grand central square on the Danube, framed by pastel townhouses; ideal for orientation, events, river access, and historic city atmosphere.
Popular hilltop viewpoint above Linz reached by tram or hike; combines broad city panoramas with a basilica and classic postcard scenery.
Historic old town lane with preserved facades, small shops, and local character; one of the best places for a slower walk through medieval Linz.
Linzertorte is Linz’s signature pastry: a nutty buttery tart with redcurrant jam and lattice top, widely regarded as one of Austria’s oldest cake recipes.
Linzer Augen are traditional sandwich cookies filled with redcurrant jam and dusted with sugar, a classic local bakery treat linked to Linz confectionery.
Knödel are beloved Austrian dumplings served in savory or sweet forms; in Upper Austria they are a staple of home cooking and tavern menus.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service.
Traditional Upper Austrian brewery restaurant serving roast pork, dumplings and beer in a historic, wood-lined setting by the Danube.
Well-known Linz brewery tavern with classic Austrian dishes, house beer and a lively casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Austria. Hotels and dining cost less than Vienna, while local transit and everyday meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10%. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) -> Hauptplatz, Linz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Linz by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Linz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuremberg to Linz buses use the Nürnberg, ZOB to Linz, Industriezeile station pair, with some services arriving at Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm). Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Linz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nürnberg, ZOB is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Bakery (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg, ZOB.
Available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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