Day trip from Nuremberg to Linz
Linz lies 267 km (166 mi) south-east of Nuremberg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 267 km (166 mi) apart, Linz is a realistic day trip from Nuremberg: about 4 h 21 min each way by road.
| Nuremberg | Linz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Austria |
| Population | 515,543 | 204,846 |
| Elevation | 300 m (984 ft) | 268 m (879 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) |
What changes when you arrive in Linz
Crossing from Germany into Austria: the dialling code becomes +43; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Where to book tours and tickets in Linz
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Staying in Linz
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Common questions
How far is Linz from Nuremberg?
267 km (166 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Nuremberg; by road roughly 326 km (202 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nuremberg to Linz by road?
About 4 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nuremberg and Linz?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Linz?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.