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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.
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 $93 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.
EC 462+
RE5+
ICE 728 · ICE 602
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REX 5960 · 27256 · 27114 · ICE 508
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RJ 13478+
ICE 1206
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REX 5052 · R 25798+
79014+
ICE 1600
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S 2 · Bus RE50 · ICE 800 · ICE 692
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REX 5960 · 27256 · 27114 · ICE 508
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REX 5052 · R 25798+
79014+
ICE 1600
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REX 2+
RE5+
ICE 1600+
DB S5X
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Trains from Linz to Leipzig run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $28 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 4h 58m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Linz to Leipzig.
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Leipzig trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EC 462+ RE5+ ICE 728 · ICE 602 | 12:51 AM Linz Hbf | 9h13 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S 2 · Bus RE50+ 63058+ ICE 800 | On time 4:52 AM Linz Hbf | 8h17 | 1:09 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
REX 5052 · R 25798 · ICE 1600 · S5X | On time 5:03 AM Linz Hbf | 8h54 | 1:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1600+ REX 2+ R 25798+ RE5 | Delayed 8:34 AM 5:03 AMLinz Hbf | 8h54 | 1:57 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1206+ RJ 13478 | 5:30 AM Linz Hbf | 9h13 | 2:43 PM Leipzig Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 5960 · 27256 · 27114+ 84096 | On time 5:56 AM Linz Hbf | 8h08 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Linz to Leipzig with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, and ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, and EuroNight. High-speed trains available on this route with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, and ÖBB. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
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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, with some services arriving at Leipzig Markt. 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.
Leipzig Markt 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: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
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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