The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz to Passau
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Passau will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 17 trains that leave Linz for Passau on Fri, Jun 19, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
REX 5012:50 PM1h39Linz Hbf2:29 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 507:50 AM1h25Linz Hbf9:15 AMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 503:38 PM1h28Linz Hbf5:06 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 5011:50 AM1h25Linz Hbf1:15 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 503:50 PM1h25Linz Hbf5:15 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 506:14 PM1h16Linz Hbf7:30 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 507:50 AM1h25Linz Hbf9:15 AMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 5011:50 AM1h25Linz Hbf1:15 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 503:50 PM1h25Linz Hbf5:15 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
REX 501:50 PM1h25Linz Hbf3:15 PMPassau Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Linz to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 68 km
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linz to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Passau trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REX 50 | 6:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h39 | 8:29 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 7:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h42 | 9:32 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 8:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h42 | 10:32 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50+ IC 748 | 9:30 PM Linz Hbf | 1h55 | 11:25 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 664+ R 50 | 9:45 PM Linz Hbf | 1h40 | 11:25 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 50+ S 2 | 11:00 PM Linz Hbf | 2h25 | 1:25 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 768+ R 50 | 11:45 PM Linz Hbf | 1h40 | 1:25 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
S 2 | 4:52 AM Linz Hbf | 1h39 | 6:31 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 | 5:40 AM Linz Hbf | 1h50 | 7:30 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50+ REX 2 | 5:49 AM Linz Hbf | 1h41 | 7:30 AM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 50 | 6:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h35 | 8:25 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 7:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h25 | 9:15 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 8:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h39 | 10:29 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 9:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h25 | 11:15 AM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50+ REX 51 | 10:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h42 | 12:32 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 50 | 11:50 AM Linz Hbf | 1h25 | 1:15 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 12:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h39 | 2:29 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 1:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h25 | 3:15 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50+ REX 51 | 2:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h42 | 4:32 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 50 | 3:38 PM Linz Hbf | 1h28 | 5:06 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 3:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h25 | 5:15 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 50 | 4:50 PM Linz Hbf | 1h39 | 6:29 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 50+ IC 740 | 5:30 PM Linz Hbf | 1h36 | 7:06 PM Passau Hbf | 1 transfer | |
REX 50 | 6:14 PM Linz Hbf | 1h16 | 7:30 PM Passau Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Linz to Passau
Trains from Linz to Passau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet from Linz to Passau trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Linz and Passau from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | S-Bahn
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Linz to Passau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz to Passau by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Linz to Passau
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
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