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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Kraków and Linz. The average train journey from Kraków to Linz takes 13 hours and 48 minutes, but some Leo Express train trips are as short as 10 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 283 mi (455 km) |
Fastest train | 10h 30m |
Lowest price | $76.40 |
Most frequent service | Leo Express |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Kraków to Linz?
Leo Express is the one and only train line which connects Krakow to Linz. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Leo Express | 5 | 13h 48m | $83.11 |
Leo Express is a prominent private train company based in Czechia, offering seamless connections between multiple cities across four countries. With a dedicated team of 320 professionals managing an extensive network of routes, Leo Express provides a multitude of daily trips. The company serves various destinations within the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Poland. Passengers can enjoy onboard amenities such as air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary refreshments for select ticket holders across different travel classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kraków and Linz is approximately 283 miles, or 455 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours and 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 30 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 Kraków to Linz on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Kraków at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 5 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 Linz to Kraków.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kraków?
Main departure station: ul. Bosacka 18
There are two stations in Kraków where you can board the train to Linz.
All train stations in Kraków:
ul. Bosacka 18
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Where is the train station in Linz?
Main arrival station: Industriezeile 84
Linz has one train station.
All train stations in Linz:
Industriezeile 84
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