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Trip Summary
18 trains operate daily from Plauen to Elsteraue. The train trip from Plauen to Elsteraue is usually about 2 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 0m |
| Lowest price | $26.78 |
| Most frequent service | Non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Plauen to Elsteraue?
There are 3 train lines with service from Plauen to Elsteraue. Non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 15 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 3h 26m | $34.66 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 5h 4m | $44.67 |
| Non-federally owned railway company | 15 | 1h 58m | $27.30 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Elsteraue start from $35, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Elsteraue. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf . And in Elsteraue trains arrive at Profen .
From Plauen to Elsteraue train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Elsteraue faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Elsteraue.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Elsteraue start from $27, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Elsteraue. Non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf and one other station. And in Elsteraue trains arrive at Profen .
From Plauen to Elsteraue train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 58 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Non-federally owned railway company offers 15 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Elsteraue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Plauen to Elsteraue are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Plauen at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 18 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Plauen
Plauen is a city in the state of Saxony, near Germany's border with Czechia. Plauen's history is closely woven to its lace and embroidery industry, so your first stop should be the Embroidery Machine Museum. Here, you'll learn about textile and fashion history, plus discover turn-of-the-century manufacturing and machinery. If you can't get enough, Plauen has no shortage of museums and attractions related to the embroidery industry; Plauener Spitzenmuseum, Weberhäuser, and Weisbachsches Haus are some of the more popular choices.
Plauen has a small and easy-to-navigate downtown area, with a good mix of fast food, international dining, and classic German eateries to fit whatever you're seeking. Leave plenty of time to wander through the city's streets and marvel at the different architecture styles of churches, museums, government buildings, and more.
You can travel to Plauen on FlixBus or several Deutsche Bahn train lines. These connections also mean Plauen could be a stop along the way to larger cities like Dresden or Prague since tickets to these cities are very affordable.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Plauen?
Main departure station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
There are two stations in Plauen where you can board the train to Elsteraue.
All train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Reichenbacher Str. 34
Where is the train station in Elsteraue?
Main arrival station: Profen
Elsteraue has one train station.
Train stations in Elsteraue:
Profen
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