What is the cheapest way to get from Forbach to Rastatt?

The cheapest way to get from Forbach to Rastatt is to drive which costs €20 - €29 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forbach to Rastatt?

The fastest way to get from Forbach to Rastatt is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Forbach and Rastatt?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbach to Rastatt station. However, there are services departing from Forbach and arriving at Rastatt central bus station via Metz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Forbach and Rastatt?

No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Rastatt. However, there are services departing from Forbach and arriving at Rastatt via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Forbach to Rastatt?

The distance between Forbach and Rastatt is 221 km. The road distance is 131.4 km.

How do I travel from Forbach to Rastatt without a car?

The best way to get from Forbach to Rastatt without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Forbach to Rastatt?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Forbach to Rastatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Rastatt bus from?

Forbach to Rastatt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Forbach station.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Rastatt train from?

Forbach to Rastatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Forbach station.

Train or bus from Forbach to Rastatt?

The best way to get from Forbach to Rastatt is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h.

Where does the Forbach to Rastatt bus arrive?

Forbach to Rastatt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Metz station.

Where does the Forbach to Rastatt train arrive?

Forbach to Rastatt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Forbach to Rastatt?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbach to Rastatt is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Forbach to Rastatt.

How do I get a train ticket from Forbach to Rastatt?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Forbach to Rastatt?

Book your Forbach to Rastatt bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rastatt?

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Forbach to Rastatt - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Forbach to Rastatt by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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

Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Forbach to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2h 35m
€36–141
Drive 131.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Forbach to Rastattcar 131.4 km
1h 57m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forbach to Metzbus 790
2. Take the bus from Metz to Rastatt central bus stationbus 1923
5h
€23–32
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Neustadt, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Neustadt, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb51 / ...
4h 40m
€43–78
Train #2
1. Take the train from Homburg to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain S3
5h 36m
€42–76

Forbach to Rastatt by train

14Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Forbach, France and Rastatt, Germany?

You can take a train from Forbach to Rastatt via Mannheim Hbf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, and Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Forbach to Rastatt central bus station via Metz in around 5h.

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