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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 on Oct 16
€47
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€162
Fastest journey on Oct 16
9 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
9 h 14 m
Trains on Oct 16
74
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Linz will cost around €162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 74 trains from Hamburg to Linz, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 658 km distance in an average of 9 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 14 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 9 h 14 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 1081+
RJX 61
S S3+
ICE 1081 · ICE 1211
ICE 1081 · ICE 1211
S S3+
ICE 1081+
RJX 61
ICE 681+
RE5+
RJ 263
ICE 583 · RJX 67
ICE 581 · RJX 65
ICE 585 · RJX 69
ICE 787 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165Trains from Hamburg to Linz run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (658 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 408 miles (658 km) |
Average train duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Linz trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1271 · ICE 581+ 965 | On time 4:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h07 | 2:34 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1271 · ICE 581+ 967 | On time 4:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 14h07 | 6:34 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65+ S S3 | Delayed 3:01 AM 4:33 AMHamburg Altona | 9h42 | 2:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647+ S S3 | Delayed 3:01 AM 4:33 AMHamburg Altona | 9h57 | 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 2:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 2:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 2:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 171+ IC 535+ Sp 3 | 5:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h50 | 4:24 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ S S7 | Delayed 4:01 AM 5:42 AMHamburg Altona | 9h44 | 3:26 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977+ S S7 | Delayed 4:01 AM 5:42 AMHamburg Altona | 9h33 | 3:15 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 3:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 3:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 3:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ S S1 | Delayed 5:01 AM 6:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h34 | 4:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 4:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 4:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 4:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 785 · EC 1217 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 5:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785+ EC 1217 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 5:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119+ RJX 165 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 5:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 5:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745+ S S1 | Delayed 7:01 AM 8:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h49 | 6:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ S S1 | Delayed 7:01 AM 8:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h34 | 6:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 6:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 6:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 6:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1185+ RE4+ R 51 | 9:04 AM Hamburg Altona | 10h06 | 7:10 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1185+ RJX 261 | On time 9:04 AM Hamburg Altona | 11h11 | 8:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1185+ RE4+ R 51 | 9:21 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h49 | 7:10 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 211+ IC 747+ S S1 | Delayed 8:01 AM 9:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h49 | 7:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 211+ RJX19957+ S S1 | Delayed 8:01 AM 9:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h34 | 7:15 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 211 · RJX 167 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 7:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 211+ IC 747 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 7:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · ICE 211+ RJX19957 | On time 10:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 7:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ IC 749+ S S1 | Delayed 9:01 AM 10:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h49 | 8:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ S S1 | Delayed 9:01 AM 10:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h34 | 8:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 8:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 8:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 8:15 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1205+ RJX 367 | 11:37 AM Hamburg Altona | 11h41 | 11:18 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789+ EC 213+ RJX 169+ S S1 | Delayed 10:01 AM 11:41 AMHamburg Altona | 9h34 | 9:15 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 789+ EC 1219 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 9:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · EC 1219 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h25 | 9:26 PM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789+ EC 213+ RJX 169 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 9:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789 · EC 213 · RJX 169 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h14 | 9:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 601+ RJ 215 · RJ 845 | 12:18 PM Hamburg Altona | 11h12 | 11:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 589+ RJ 1293+ IC 843+ S S1 | Delayed 11:01 AM 12:41 PMHamburg Altona | 9h49 | 10:30 PM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 589 · RJ 1293 · IC 843 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 10:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 589+ RJ 1293+ IC 843 | On time 1:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 10:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 177 · RJ 820 | 1:17 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h40 | 1:57 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 177 · RJ 820 | 1:32 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h25 | 1:57 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881+ RJ 215 · RJ 845 | 2:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h29 | 11:30 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 681+ RE5+ RJ 263 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h29 | 1:30 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 681+ 79045+ RJ 263 | On time 3:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h29 | 1:30 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 605+ RE5+ NJ 19947 | 4:18 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h25 | 4:43 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 683+ RE5+ NJ 19947+ S S1 | 4:41 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h02 | 4:43 AM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 683+ RE5+ NJ 19947 | 5:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 11h42 | 4:43 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 179+ EN 40457+ IC 407 | 5:18 PM Hamburg Altona | 13h55 | 7:13 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S S1+ ICE 2075+ RE4+ EN 40457 | 5:31 PM Hamburg Altona | 13h42 | 7:13 AM Linz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 179+ EN 40457+ IC 407 | 5:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h40 | 7:13 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2075+ RE4+ EN 40457+ IC 407 | 5:51 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h22 | 7:13 AM Linz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
NJ 493 | 7:55 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h24 | 8:19 AM Linz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 79+ NJ 40421+ S S3 | 8:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h16 | 8:19 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 493 | 8:10 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h09 | 8:19 AM Linz Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 79+ NJ 40421 | 8:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 11h50 | 8:19 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
NJ 471+ ICE 827+ RJX 63 | 9:56 PM Hamburg Altona | 14h19 | 12:15 PM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081+ NJ 40491+ RB44 · RB41 | 10:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 13h07 | 11:10 AM Linz Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 1211+ S S3 | 10:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 13h23 | 11:26 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61+ S S3 | 10:03 PM Hamburg Altona | 12h12 | 10:15 AM Linz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 1211 | 10:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h58 | 11:26 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61 | 10:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 11h47 | 10:15 AM Linz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1081+ NJ 40491+ RB44 · RB41 | 10:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 12h42 | 11:10 AM Linz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Linz trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Linz Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Linz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
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.
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