The cheapest trains from Linz to Munich
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Munich will cost around $ 66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 22.
Timetable Linz to Munich
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The fastest trains from Linz to Munich
Fastest Journey
2 h 44 m
Average
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
202 km
Of the 53 trains that leave Linz for Munich every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 47 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.
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Train Information to Munich from Linz
 | Distance | 125 miles (201 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 46 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $26 (€21) |
 | Direct train | Yes |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet or ÖBB | ICE |
Trains from Linz to Munich cover the 125 miles (201 km) long route taking on average 2 h 46 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet or ÖBB | ICE. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $22 (€18), but the average price of train tickets is $26 (€21). Travelers depart most frequently from Linz Hbf and arrive in München Hbf.
Train companies
Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB between Linz and Munich
Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains will get you between Linz and Munich from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains take you between Linz and Munich in comfort. Find the DB train schedule for your trip between Linz and Munich on Omio and book cheap DB tickets online. The distance between Linz and Munich is 125 miles (201 km) by DB and prices for a Deutsche Bahn ticket between Linz and Munich start at $35 (€28).
Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international train journeys every day. DB is well-known for its wide range of ticket types, savings offers such as the Super Saver fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use at Omio.
Travel on different types of DB trains, including the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
These are Deutsche Bahn's ticket policies for COVID-19 for the train from Linz to Munich:
- Normal conditions apply
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Trains from Linz to Munich: Journey Details
Trains in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with numerous companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. Trains from Linz to Munich depart almost every hour throughout the week, with a first weekday service at around 4:50 a.m. and final departures around 1:00 a.m. Generally, anyone making the journey will need to make a single change in Salzburg, although there are night trains that travel directly. Most journeys will take about 3 hours in total. Companies operating the Linz to Munich route include Westbahn, Meridian and OBB. It may be necessary to use more than one firm to complete your journey.
Taking the Train from Linz
Every train from the Linz to Munich departs from Linz Hauptbahnhof. The Hauptbahnhof is located in the southern half of Linz and has excellent bus connections to suburbs like Leonding or the University district. The station is also on all three of the city's tram lines, providing good access from city centre hotels. Leave about 20 minutes to reach the station if you are coming from north of the river Danube. Most trains can be reached using the tram network, but a cab may be needed for very early departures.
Getting into Munich by Train
Munich is famous for many things - from the quality of BMW's car designs to the skill of Bayern Munich FC and the stunning architecture of the Frauenkirche (as well as the atmosphere of Oktoberfest). That's what makes it a year-round destination. All trains from Linz to Munich arrive at the Hauptbahnhof, which is located on Bayerstraße, just to the west of the city centre. The station has two separate U-Bahn stations, with connections to all parts of the city. Getting into the centre of town will take no more than 5 minutes, and it is also possible to walk from the station.
Travel Tips
Travel between Linz, Austria and Munich, Germany by train is: Partially open.
What is the status of international entry into Germany from Austria?
International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Germany from Linz?
Conditions of entry:
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival
What are the safety rules to follow in Munich, Germany?
When traveling in Germany, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 9/26/21. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Munich from Linz before traveling.
The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Munich to Linz is: Partially open
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Austria from Germany?
Reentry to Austria is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Austria from Munich?
What are the requirements?
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Travellers with the Digital Green Certificate are exempt from the quarantine. Digital Green Certificate is proof that a person has been vaccinated against COVID-19, received a negative test result, or recovered from COVID-19
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
What are the safety rules to follow in Linz, Austria?
The government of Austria has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
Last checked on 9/26/21. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your train to Linz from Munich here.
There are a few train stations in Linz to start your route from including Linz Hbf, Linz/Donau Urfahr and Linz, Industriezeile. In Munich you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including München Hbf, München Hackerbrücke and München Marienplatz.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Linz Hbf and arrive in München Hbf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Linz Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center, and they get off the train at München Hbf, located 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city center.
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