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Trip Summary
There are usually 41 daily train trips available from Linz to Salzkotten. Traveling by train from Linz to Salzkotten usually takes 9 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 6 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 343 mi (552 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 44m |
| Lowest price | $60.37 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Linz to Salzkotten?
There are 3 train lines with service from Linz to Salzkotten. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 35 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 6h 59m | $112.86 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 35 | 9h 9m | $86.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 11h 10m | $52.12 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Linz to Salzkotten start from $48, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Salzkotten. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Linz leaves from Central Station and 5 other stations. And in Salzkotten trains arrive at Scharmede .
From Linz to Salzkotten train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Salzkotten faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 44 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Linz and Salzkotten is approximately 343 miles, or 552 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 44 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Linz to Salzkotten tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Linz at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 41 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Salzkotten to Linz.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Linz?
Main departure station: -Pichling
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Linz where you can board the train.
All train stations in Linz:
-Pichling
/Donau Wegscheid
Central Station
/Donau Oed
/Donau Franckstraße
/Donau Ebelsberg
Where is the train station in Salzkotten?
Main arrival station: Scharmede
Salzkotten has one train station.
All train stations in Salzkotten:
Scharmede
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