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 58m.

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 58m 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(F) via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Rastatt to Forbach?

The distance between Rastatt and Forbach is 221 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 which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m 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 Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Rastatt to Forbach?

The best way to get from Rastatt to Forbach is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 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 Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rastatt to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Rastatt to Forbach is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Rastatt to Forbach.

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

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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?

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Rastatt to Forbach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 231 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain 82 / ...
3h 45m
€31–77
Drive 131.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rastatt to Forbachcar 131.6 km
1h 58m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rastatt central bus station to Metzbus 1923
2. Take the bus from Metz to Forbachbus 790
5h
€22–36
Train via Neustadt an der Weinstraße
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Neustadt, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb51 / ...
2. Take the train from Neustadt, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain Re1
4h 40m
€28–52
Line 231 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Rastatt SchlossGalerie to Rountzenheim Gare SNCFbus 231
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Sarregueminestrain Ter
3. Take the bus from SARREGUEMINES - Gare Routiere to FORBACH - Gare Routierebus
4h 58m

Rastatt to Forbach by train

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Distance: 221.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Rastatt to Forbach(F) via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, and Saarbrücken Hbf in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rastatt central bus station to Forbach via Metz in around 5h.

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