Train from Essen to Linz: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Linz on 28 November
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Essen Central Train Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Linz

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
19h 40mAverage duration
391 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£46 - £52Average duration19h 40m
16kg CO₂e
Average price£97 - £224Average duration8h 13m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Linz by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Linz?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Linz start from £97. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Linz?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Linz is 8h 13m, covering a distance of 390 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Linz route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Linz?

    The earliest train from Essen to Linz departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 14:13.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Essen 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Linz?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen 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.

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