What is the cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold?

The cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold?

The fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Chemnitz and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Chemnitz to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Leipzig Hbf and Altenbeken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Chemnitz to Detmold?

The distance between Chemnitz and Detmold is 467 km. The road distance is 373.2 km.

How do I travel from Chemnitz to Detmold without a car?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €80 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Chemnitz to Detmold?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Chemnitz to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Detmold train from?

Chemnitz to Detmold train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, depart from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Chemnitz to Detmold?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Detmold is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €80 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Chemnitz to Detmold train arrive?

Chemnitz to Detmold train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Chemnitz to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Chemnitz to Detmold is 373 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Chemnitz to Detmold.

Where can I stay near Detmold?

There are 760+ hotels available in Detmold.

Chemnitz to Detmold - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chemnitz to Detmold by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain Re6
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Altenbekentrain 51
5h 52m
€84–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Bielefeld Brackwede train stationbus N69
8h 33m
€44–62
Drive 373.2 km
1. Drive from Chemnitz to Detmoldcar 373.2 km
4h 10m
€53–76
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Glauchau, Bahnhof to Göttingentrain Re1
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Altenbekentrain Rb85
8h 36m
€68–95

Chemnitz to Detmold by train

15Weekly Trains

5h 52mAverage Duration

€84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.9 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Chemnitz, Germany and Detmold, Germany?

You can take a train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Detmold, Bahnhof via Leipzig Hbf and Altenbeken in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Bielefeld Brackwede train station once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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