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Travelling from Weimar to Altenburg by train
Looking to travel from Weimar to Altenburg by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 4 minutes to travel from Weimar to Altenburg by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 29 minutes though. You'll usually find 29 trains per day running along the 49 miles (78 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Altenburg. You'll probably be hopping onto a DB train to get to Altenburg, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Weimar to Altenburg start from £19.57 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
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 Altenburg by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Weimar to Altenburg by train
It takes an average of 2h 4m to travel from Weimar to Altenburg by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (78 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Weimar to Altenburg and tickets for this journey start from £19.57 when you book in advance.
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Weimar to Altenburg
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.
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Cheap train tickets from Weimar to Altenburg
Book in advance
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 Weimar to Altenburg by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
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.
Choose a slower or connecting train
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!
Look out for special deals
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.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.