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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Chemnitz is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Chemnitz is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Chemnitz. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof via Altenbeken and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Detmold to Chemnitz?

The distance between Detmold and Chemnitz is 467 km. The road distance is 380.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Chemnitz without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €85 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Detmold to Chemnitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Chemnitz train from?

Detmold to Chemnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Altenbeken station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Chemnitz?

The best way to get from Detmold to Chemnitz is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €85 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Detmold to Chemnitz train arrive?

Detmold to Chemnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Chemnitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Chemnitz is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Detmold to Chemnitz.

Where can I stay near Chemnitz?

There are 868+ hotels available in Chemnitz.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Detmold to Chemnitz 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 Altenbeken to Leipzig Hbftrain 51
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6
5h 50m
€89–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Chemnitz central bus stationbus N69
8h 13m
€39–72
Drive 380.4 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Chemnitzcar 380.4 km
4h 3m
€54–78
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Altenbeken to Göttingentrain Rb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Glauchau, Bahnhoftrain Re1
8h 24m
€110–242

Detmold to Chemnitz by train

15Weekly Trains

5h 50mAverage Duration

€89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.7 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof via Altenbeken and Leipzig Hbf in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Chemnitz central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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