What is the cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig?

The cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig is to drive which costs €9 - €15 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig?

The fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €9 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Idar-Oberstein and Merzig?

No, there is no direct train from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig. However, there are services departing from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof and arriving at Merzig via Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig?

The distance between Idar-Oberstein and Merzig is 114 km. The road distance is 69 km.

How do I travel from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig without a car?

The best way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €23 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Idar-Oberstein to Merzig train from?

Idar-Oberstein to Merzig train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Idar-Oberstein to Merzig train arrive?

Idar-Oberstein to Merzig train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Saarbrücken Hbf station.

Can I drive from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Idar-Oberstein to Merzig is 69 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig.

Where can I stay near Merzig?

There are 650+ hotels available in Merzig.

Idar-Oberstein to Merzig - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig by train, bus, 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 Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain Re3 / ...
2. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Merzigtrain Re1
2h 31m
€24–35
Drive 69 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Idar-Oberstein to Merzigcar 69 km
1h 10m
€10–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Idar, Eltwerk to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus 800
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain Rb71
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Idar-Oberstein to Merzigtaxi 69 km
1h 10m
€160–200

Idar-Oberstein to Merzig by bus and train

128Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Idar-Oberstein to Merzig.

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Idar-Oberstein, Germany and Merzig, Germany?

You can take a bus from Idar, Henn/Gemmolog. ABZ to Merzig via Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof, Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof, and Saarbrücken Hbf in around 2h 31m.

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