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Looking to travel from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 5 minutes to travel from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 24 minutes though. You'll usually find 15 trains per day running along the 20 miles (32 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Idar-Oberstein, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You'll probably be hopping onto a DB train to get to Idar-Oberstein, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Idar-Oberstein by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
First train | 06:25 | |
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Last train | 22:01 | |
Departure station | Traben-Trarbach | |
Arrival station | Idar-Oberstein | |
Journey time | From 3h 24m | |
Distance | 20 miles (32 km) | |
Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train and bus operators |
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
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The average journey time by train between Traben-Trarbach and Idar-Oberstein is 4 hours and 5 minutes, with around 15 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein is 3 hours and 24 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein. Travelling from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein leaves at 06:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein leaves at 22:01. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Traben-Trarbach to Idar-Oberstein cover a distance of around 20 miles (32 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach.