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Linz to Essen

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Linz, Austria → Essen, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Linz to Essen

Composite routes from Linz to Essen

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Transport providers

Lufthansa
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Eurowings
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Austrian Airlines
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Swiss
Website
Lufthansa City
Website
Lufthansa
Website
3h 22m
Every day
$165.36–$699.59
Eurowings
Website
1h 15m
Every day
$89.04–$305.28
Austrian Airlines
Website
1h 15m
Every day
$89.04–$305.28
Swiss
Website
3h 55m
Every day
$241.68–$623.27
Lufthansa City
Website
1h 10m
Monday to Saturday
$29.26–$305.28
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
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WESTbahn Gmbh
Website
Railjet
Website
ÖBB
Website
Nightjet
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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
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National Express
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Österreichische Bundesbahnen
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Flixtrain
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PKP Intercity
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ÖBB Intercity
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Eurostar
Website
51 min
Twice daily
$39.43–$89.04
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
5h 2m
Every 4 hours
$101.76–$120.84
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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WESTbahn Gmbh
Website
1h 16m
Hourly
$21.62–$50.88
+43 1 89900
+43 1 89900
Call Contact via email
Railjet
Website
1h 19m
Every 30 minutes
$26.71–$40.70
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
ÖBB
Website
2h 26m
Hourly
$27.98–$39.43
05 17 17
05 17 17
Call
Nightjet
Website
9h 36m
5 times a week
$69.96–$216.24
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Website
1h 8m
Every 4 hours
$6.36–$8.27
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 43m
Hourly
$29.26–$40.70
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
1h 1m
Every 20 minutes
$19.08–$27.98
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
1h 39m
6 times a week
Flixtrain
Website
53 min
4 times a day
$7.63–$11.45
+49 30 300 137 100
+49 30 300 137 100
Call Contact via email
PKP Intercity
Website
1h 15m
Twice daily
$11.45–$19.08
703 200 200
703 200 200
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ÖBB Intercity
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1h 19m
Twice daily
$31.80–$47.06
+43 5 1717
+43 5 1717
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Union Ivkoni
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Tarsin
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Union Ivkoni
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11h 35m
Once a week
$31.80–$53.42
07001 8282
07001 8282
Call Contact via email
Tarsin
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10h 22m
Once a week
$15.26–$20.35
+40 230 562 929
+40 230 562 929
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Linz to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Essen is to bus which costs $33.70 - $59.78 and takes 13h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Linz to Essen is to train and fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Linz Wissensturm and arriving at Essen central train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Essen?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Essen Hbf. This train operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Linz to Essen?

The distance between Linz and Essen is 805 km. The road distance is 791.8 km.

How do I travel from Linz to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Linz to Essen without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 25m and costs $141.30 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Linz to Essen?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Linz to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Essen bus from?

Linz to Essen bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Linz Wissensturm station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Essen train from?

Linz to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Linz to Essen?

The best way to get from Linz to Essen is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 7h 25m and costs $141.30 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $59.78 and takes 13h 11m, you could also fly, which costs $108.70 - $456.52 and takes 6h.

Where does the Linz to Essen bus arrive?

Linz to Essen bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Dusseldorf Central Bus Station.

Where does the Linz to Essen train arrive?

Linz to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Essen is 792 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Linz to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz to Essen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Linz to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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