Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ÖBB + ÖBB | Hamburg Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hamburg Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Harburg | Linz Industriezeile | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Hbf | Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Hamburg Hbf | Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Linz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hamburg and Linz?
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - B
Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Linz by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Linz?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamburg to Linz start at $106. The average price for this train route is around $176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Hamburg to Linz?
The average train trip from Hamburg to Linz takes 7h 25m and covers 658 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Hamburg to Linz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamburg to Linz?
The earliest train from Hamburg to Linz departs at 8:02am. The latest train departs at 10:28pm.
What is the best train operator from Hamburg to Linz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Linz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamburg to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Linz was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamburg to Linz, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $85 to $444 for a train ticket from Hamburg to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-13.
