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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Linz to Erlangen. Traveling by bus from Linz to Erlangen usually takes around 9 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 173 mi (278 km) |
Shortest duration | 7h 50m |
Cheapest price | €30.24 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Linz to Erlangen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Linz to Erlangen. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3 | 9h 50m | €48.05 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Linz to Erlangen, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 278 kilometers from Linz to Erlangen. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 09:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Linz to Erlangen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Linz to Erlangen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Linz to Erlangen; ticket prices start at €78.80.
City Information
Erlangen
Erlangen is a small city in the German state of Bavaria, located just north of Nuremberg. Most of Erlangen's residents are enrolled or employed at either the Friedrich-Alexander University or the Siemens company. Visitors to Erlangen often stay near the historic core, where quaint streets lead to some of the city's most impressive buildings. These include the 18th century Palais Stutterheim, historically Erlangen's town hall and now home to the museum Kunstpalais and the city's public library. Don't forget to visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Huguenot Church, which boasts an impressive size and architecture, and reflects the influence of Huguenots in Erlangen's history.
Erlangen also offers plenty of scenic spots for outdoor activity or relaxation. The Schlossgarten quickly fills up with sunbathing students on sunny days, and the nearby Botanical Garden includes a unique attraction in its artificial stalactite cave.
The closest airport to Erlangen is in Nuremberg, but you can easily connect to Erlangen via Deutsche Bahn or commuter S-Bahn trains. Intercity trains from Munich to Berlin often stop in Erlangen, and connections from these hubs open up the entire country and continent for exploration. Plus, several intercity bus companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Linz?
Main departure station: Industriezeile 84
Linz has two bus stations with service to Erlangen.
All bus stations in Linz:
Industriezeile 84
Bus Station Kärntnerstraße
Where does the bus arrive in Erlangen?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Linz arrive at one main station in Erlangen.
Bus stations in Erlangen:
Bus Station
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