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

The cheapest way to get from Xanten to Trier is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Xanten to Trier is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Xanten and Trier?

No, there is no direct train from Xanten to Trier. However, there are services departing from Xanten Bahnhof and arriving at Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Duisburg Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Xanten to Trier?

The distance between Xanten and Trier is 309 km. The road distance is 256.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Xanten to Trier without a car is to train via Duisburg which takes 4h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Xanten to Trier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xanten to Trier train from?

Xanten to Trier train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Xanten Bahnhof station.

Where does the Xanten to Trier train arrive?

Xanten to Trier train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Xanten to Trier?

Yes, the driving distance between Xanten to Trier is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Xanten to Trier.

Where can I stay near Trier?

There are 790+ hotels available in Trier.

Xanten to Trier - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Xanten to Trier by train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Xanten Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 43N / ...
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
4h 30m
Drive 256.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Xanten to Triercar 256.1 km
2h 38m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Wesel to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re11 / ...
5h 20m
€52–77
Train via Mechernich
1. Take the train from Xanten Bahnhof to Duisburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Kall Bftrain
4. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 308.5 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Xanten, Germany and Trier, Germany?

You can take a train from Xanten Bahnhof to Trier, Hauptbahnhof via Duisburg Hbf and Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 30m.

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