What is the cheapest way to get from Passau to Forchheim?

The cheapest way to get from Passau to Forchheim is to bus which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Passau to Forchheim?

The fastest way to get from Passau to Forchheim is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Passau and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Passau to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Passau Hbf and arriving at Forchheim via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Passau to Forchheim?

The distance between Passau and Forchheim is 255 km. The road distance is 249.1 km.

How do I travel from Passau to Forchheim without a car?

The best way to get from Passau to Forchheim without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €30 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Passau to Forchheim?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Passau to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Passau to Forchheim train from?

Passau to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Passau Hbf station.

Train or bus from Passau to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Passau to Forchheim is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Passau to Forchheim train arrive?

Passau to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nuernberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Passau to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Passau to Forchheim is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Passau to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 725+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Passau to Forchheim - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Passau to Forchheim 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 Passau Hbf to Nuernberg HbfIce / ...
2h 30m
€32–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Passau central train station to Erlangen train stationN161 / ...
4h 22m
€21–29
Drive 249.1 km
1. Drive from Passau to Forchheim249.1 km
2h 6m
€36–52
Train via Regensburg
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Regensburg Hbf91 / ...
2. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Neumarkt(Oberpf)Re
3. Take the train from Neumarkt to ForchheimS1
3h 43m
€45–85

Passau to Forchheim by train

110Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.2 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Passau, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Passau Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €22–70 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Passau central train station to Erlangen train station once daily. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 4h.

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