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

The cheapest way to get from Trier to Forbach is to bus which costs €7 - €12 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trier to Forbach is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Trier and Forbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier station to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Trier central train station and arriving at Bahnhof, Forbach via Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken and Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Trier and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Trier to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Forbach(F) via Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Trier to Forbach?

The distance between Trier and Forbach is 98 km. The road distance is 85.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Trier to Forbach without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Trier to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier to Forbach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trier to Forbach train from?

Trier to Forbach train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Trier to Forbach?

The best way to get from Trier to Forbach is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €12 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Trier to Forbach bus arrive?

Trier to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Trier to Forbach train arrive?

Trier to Forbach train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Saarbrücken Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trier to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier to Forbach is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Trier to Forbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Forbach?

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Trier to Forbach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Trier to Forbach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken HbfRe1
1h 58m
€22–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Saarbrücken bus station011
3h 6m
€7–12
Drive 85.7 km
1. Drive from Trier to Forbach85.7 km
1h 16m
€14–20

Trier to Forbach by train

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Distance: 97.5 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Süwex operates a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Trier central train station to Saarbrücken bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €7–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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