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Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz
A major modern and contemporary art museum on the Danube, known for its striking glass facade and strong Austrian and international collection.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$50
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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
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 $27. 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 $27, and a flight costs an average of $529.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $731 Average price | $64 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 $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Linz costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $690 (€560) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Linz costing on average $731 (€593).
Other travel options to Linz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 56m.
Flight takes on average 7h 9m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $64 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 10:49PM | Duration 10h39 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:49PM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Linz buses for today, Saturday, June 13. 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 | 11:35 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 7h55 | 7:30 AM Linz, Industriezeile | 1 transfer | |
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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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Nürnberg, ZOB | 6h20 | 2:10 AM 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 $27 (€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 $27 (€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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