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Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
7 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Leipzig will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from Linz to Leipzig without transferring at least once.
RJX19938+
EC 212+
ICE 1600+
DB S5
EC 462+
RE5+
ICE 1604+
DB S5
EC 212+
ICE 1600+
DB S5+
IC 848
EC 212+
ICE 508+
IC 848
ICE 1206+
RJ 13478
RJX19938+
EC 212+
ICE 1600+
DB S5
EC 212+
ICE 1600+
DB S5+
IC 848
EC 212+
ICE 508+
IC 848
EC 462+
RE5+
ICE 1604+
DB S5
ICE 1206+
RJ 13478Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €442.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €442 Average price | €83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Linz to Leipzig:
A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Linz to Leipzig costing on average €95.
A bus is €405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Linz to Leipzig costing on average €442.
Other travel options to Leipzig take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 8h 3m.
Tickets start at around €95 compared to roughly €83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.77. The journey takes 5h 42m versus 5h 9m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Leipzig trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 AM Linz | 7h27 | 1:57 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Linz | 7h12 | 2:57 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Linz | 6h19 | 3:04 PM Leipzig | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
EC 462+ RE5+ ICE 1604+ DB S5 | 12:51 AM Linz Hbf | 8h51 | 9:42 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Linz to Leipzig run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Leipzig — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leipzig trip today.
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Immersive museum on Leipzig’s role in East Germany’s Peaceful Revolution. Essential for understanding 1989 and modern German democracy.
Bach’s former residence and museum, presenting manuscripts, instruments, and Leipzig’s central role in his life and work.
Leipzig’s central square framed by historic buildings, arcades, and markets. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Major city square with dramatic architecture, fountains, opera, and concert hall. Best for urban views and Leipzig’s cultural heart.
Former cotton mill transformed into one of Europe’s notable art districts. Explore galleries, studios, and Leipzig’s influential contemporary scene.
Leipzig’s signature mixed vegetable dish with peas, carrots, asparagus and morel mushrooms, often enriched with crayfish butter. A classic Saxon specialty.
A clear broth with small semolina dumplings. This simple soup is a long-standing Saxon home-style favorite served in Leipzig and the region.
A hearty Saxon potato soup, often made with root vegetables and marjoram, sometimes served with sausage. A comforting everyday dish in the region.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Rosental with modern tasting menus, refined service and a tranquil setting in a historic building.
Well-known restaurant and inn by the monument, popular for hearty Saxon food and local beer in a warm, traditional setting.
Historic Auerbachs Keller serves classic Saxon and German dishes in a famous vaulted cellar linked to Goethe and Leipzig tradition.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, making Leipzig good value for city breaks.
Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Leipzig Hbf -> Augustusplatz, Leipzig
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Linz to Leipzig trains use the Linz Hbf to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Linz and Leipzig train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
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