The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$219
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
9 h 36 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 28 trains that leave Linz Hbf for Hamburg Hbf on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 657 km distance in an average of 9 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 2 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 9 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 20 · ICE 10806:34 PM12h59Linz Hbf7:33 AMHamburg Hbf$901One-way1 transfer
NJ 4989:04 PM12h04Linz Hbf9:08 AMHamburg Hbf$1021One-way0 transfers
RJX 760+
RJ 110+
ICE 10806:45 PM12h48Linz Hbf7:33 AMHamburg Hbf$1251One-way2 transfers
RJX 168 · RJ 112 · ICE 1500 · ICE 17064:45 PM14h26Linz Hbf7:11 AMHamburg Hbf$1301One-way3 transfers
IC 544+
RJX 262+
ICE 5889:30 AM10h07Linz Hbf7:37 PMHamburg Hbf$1391One-way2 transfers
ICE 1224 · ICE 78611:34 AM9h02Linz Hbf8:36 PMHamburg Hbf$3361One-way1 transfer
ICE 1220 · ICE 1502 · ICE 9003:34 PM9h28Linz Hbf1:02 AMHamburg Hbf$1441One-way2 transfers
RJX 62 · ICE 5841:45 PM9h49Linz Hbf11:34 PMHamburg Hbf$2021One-way1 transfer
RJX 62+
ICE 5841:45 PM9h49Linz Hbf11:34 PMHamburg Hbf$3511One-way1 transfer
RJX 560+
ICE 210+
DB S5+
ICE 7888:45 AM9h51Linz Hbf6:36 PMHamburg Hbf$1671One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 408 miles (657 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 30m Average total duration Fastest 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf costing on average $115 (€92).
Other travel options to Hamburg Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 0m.
Bus takes on average 13h 48m.
Tickets start at around $115 (€92) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-74.74 (€-59.60). The journey takes 10h 0m versus 8h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 542+ ICE 210+ DB S5+ ICE 788 | On time 8:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h06 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 160 · ICE 210 · S5 · ICE 788 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 560+ ICE 210+ DB S5+ ICE 788 | On time 8:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 6:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 544+ RJX 262+ ICE 588 | On time 9:30 AM Linz Hbf | 10h07 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262+ ICE 588 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 262 · ICE 588 | On time 9:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 7:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1224 · ICE 786 | 11:34 AM Linz Hbf | 9h02 | 8:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ ICE 586 | On time 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60 · ICE 586 | On time 11:45 AM Linz Hbf | 9h52 | 9:37 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 640+ ICE 116+ DB S2+ ICE 784 | On time 12:30 PM Linz Hbf | 10h06 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 766+ ICE 116+ DB S2+ ICE 784 | On time 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 766 · ICE 116 · S5 · ICE 784 | On time 12:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h51 | 10:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 584 | On time 1:30 PM Linz Hbf | 10h04 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 584 | On time 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h49 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ ICE 584 | On time 1:45 PM Linz Hbf | 9h49 | 11:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1220 · ICE 1502 · ICE 900 | On time 3:34 PM Linz Hbf | 9h28 | 1:02 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 524 · ICE 920 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 15h23 | 7:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 582 · 14442 · 14400 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 13h42 | 5:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 582 · 4440+ 81958 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 14h12 | 5:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 64+ ICE 582+ RB38 · RB38 | On time 3:45 PM Linz Hbf | 13h42 | 5:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 648+ RJ 112+ ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | On time 4:30 PM Linz Hbf | 14h41 | 7:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 168+ RJ 112+ ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | On time 4:45 PM Linz Hbf | 14h26 | 7:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 168 · RJ 112 · ICE 1500 · ICE 1706 | On time 4:45 PM Linz Hbf | 14h26 | 7:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 20 · ICE 1080 | On time 6:34 PM Linz Hbf | 12h59 | 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 20 · ICE 1080 | On time 6:34 PM Linz Hbf | 12h50 | 7:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 760 · RJ 110 · ICE 1080 | On time 6:45 PM Linz Hbf | 12h39 | 7:24 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 760+ RJ 110+ ICE 1080 | On time 6:45 PM Linz Hbf | 12h48 | 7:33 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 498 | 9:04 PM Linz Hbf | 12h04 | 9:08 AM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:03, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 408 miles (657 km) distance in 8h 23m.
Distance 408 miles (657 km) |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 23m |
First train 3:03 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH trains will get you between Linz Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from $44 (€35). 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 | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hamburg Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linz Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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