What is the cheapest way to get from Gera to Apolda?

The cheapest way to get from Gera to Apolda is to rideshare which costs €4 - €6 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gera to Apolda?

The fastest way to get from Gera to Apolda is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Gera and Apolda?

No, there is no direct bus from Gera station to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Gera central train station and arriving at Apolda, Busbahnhof via Jena, Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gera and Apolda?

No, there is no direct train from Gera to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Gera Hbf and arriving at Apolda via Weimar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Gera to Apolda?

The distance between Gera and Apolda is 83 km. The road distance is 55.8 km.

How do I travel from Gera to Apolda without a car?

The best way to get from Gera to Apolda without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs €16 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Gera to Apolda?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Gera to Apolda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gera to Apolda bus from?

Gera to Apolda bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gera central train station.

Where do I catch the Gera to Apolda train from?

Gera to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gera Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gera to Apolda?

The best way to get from Gera to Apolda is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs €16 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 280 bus, which costs and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Gera to Apolda bus arrive?

Gera to Apolda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Gera to Apolda train arrive?

Gera to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Weimar station.

Can I drive from Gera to Apolda?

Yes, the driving distance between Gera to Apolda is 56 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Gera to Apolda.

Where can I stay near Apolda?

There are 586+ hotels available in Apolda.

Can I share a ride from Gera to Apolda?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gera and Apolda. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Gera to Apolda - 6 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Gera to Apolda by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Gera Hbf to WeimarRe1 / ...
1h 5m
€16–51
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gera to Apolda56.9 km
1h 9m
€4–6
Train, line 280 bus
1. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Jena WestRe1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jena, Johannisplatz to Apolda, Busbahnhof280 / ...
1h 39m
Bus, line 280 bus
1. Take the bus from Gera central train station to Jena bus station082 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jena, Busbahnhof to Apolda, Busbahnhof280 / ...
1h 41m
Drive 55.8 km
1. Drive from Gera to Apolda55.8 km
46 min
€8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gera to Apolda55.8 km
46 min
€170–210

Gera to Apolda by train

260Weekly Trains

1h 5mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.6 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Gera, Germany and Apolda, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Gera Hbf to Weimar hourly. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 47 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gera central train station to Apolda, Busbahnhof via Jena, Busbahnhof in around 1h 41m.

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