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Trip Summary
68 trains operate daily from Linz to Magdeburg. The train trip from Linz to Magdeburg is usually about 9 hours and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 288 mi (464 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 58m |
| Lowest price | $81.89 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Linz to Magdeburg?
2 train services operate from Linz to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 59 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 59 | 9h 14m | $139.99 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 12 | 10h 47m | $185.64 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Linz to Magdeburg start from $165, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Magdeburg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Linz leaves from -Pichling and 2 other stations. And in Magdeburg trains arrive at Beyendorf and 3 other train stations.
From Linz to Magdeburg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 47 minutes. If you are looking to get to Magdeburg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 58 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Linz and Magdeburg is approximately 288 miles, or 464 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 58 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Linz to Magdeburg on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Linz at 7:00am 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 68 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 Magdeburg to Linz.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Linz?
Main departure station: /Donau Ebelsberg
Linz has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Magdeburg.
All train stations in Linz:
/Donau Ebelsberg
/Donau Wegscheid
-Pichling
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main arrival station: Magdeburg-Rothensee
There are more train stations and stops in Magdeburg than most cities. Most trains from Linz will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Magdeburg:
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg-Rothensee
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Magdeburg Herrenkrug
Beyendorf
Magdeburg-Salbke
Magdeburg Südost
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