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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Linz Industriezeile | Cheapest | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Linz Wissensturm | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Linz Industriezeile | No tags | |||||
DB Fernverkehr + National Express | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Linz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 9 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just CN¥904, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Linz?
Essen
- A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - B
Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Linz by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Linz?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Linz start at CN¥904. The average price for this train route is around CN¥1,372. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Essen to Linz?
The average train trip from Essen to Linz takes 9h 16m and covers 629 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 33m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Linz route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Linz?
The earliest train from Essen to Linz departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:04pm.
What is the best train operator from Essen to Linz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Linz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Essen to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Linz was searched and found on Aug 9, 2026 with a price of CN¥1,148To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Linz, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CN¥1,148 to CN¥2,229 for a train ticket from Essen to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CN¥1,148 which is on 2026-08-09.
