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

The cheapest way to get from Rastatt to Forbach is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rastatt to Forbach is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Rastatt and Forbach?

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

Is there a direct train between Rastatt and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Rastatt to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Rastatt and arriving at Forbach via Appenweier Bahnhof, Strasbourg and Metz Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Rastatt to Forbach?

The distance between Rastatt and Forbach is 275 km. The road distance is 131.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rastatt to Forbach without a car is to train via Metz which takes 4h 35m and costs €27 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Rastatt to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Forbach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Forbach train from?

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

Train or bus from Rastatt to Forbach?

The best way to get from Rastatt to Forbach is to train via Metz which takes 4h 35m and costs €27 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 5h.

Where does the Rastatt to Forbach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rastatt to Forbach train arrive?

Rastatt to Forbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Appenweier Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rastatt to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Rastatt to Forbach is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Rastatt to Forbach.

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

Book your Rastatt to Forbach train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Forbach?

There are 728+ hotels available in Forbach.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rastatt to Forbach 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 Metz
best
1. Take the train from Rastatt to Appenweier BahnhofRe2 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz VilleTgv
3. Take the train from Metz Ville to ForbachTer
4h 35m
€27–76
Drive 131.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rastatt to Forbach131.6 km
1h 57m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rastatt central bus station to Metz1923
2. Take the bus from Metz to Forbach790
5h
€23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to HomburgS1
5h 42m
€47–86
Train #2
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Landau, HauptbahnhofRe6
2. Take the train from Landau, Hauptbahnhof to Pirmasens, Nord
3. Take the train from Pirmasens, Nord to Saarbrücken Hbf
6h
€47–68

Rastatt to Forbach by train

90Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Rastatt to Forbach via Appenweier Bahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Strasbourg, and Metz Ville in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rastatt central bus station to Forbach via Metz in around 5h.

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