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Trip Summary
106 trains operate daily from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden. The train trip from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden is usually about 7 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 55 minutes.
Distance | 148 mi (239 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 55m |
Lowest price | £34.72 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: £34 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: £34 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: £34 one-way
Which train should you take from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden?
There are 3 train lines with service from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 94 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 55m | £34.72 |
Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 6h 54m | £49.32 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 94 | 7h 4m | £54.50 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden start from £35, and on average cost . Daily there are 94 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Schmalkalden. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wuppertal leaves from Wuppertal-Vohwinkel and 3 other stations. And in Schmalkalden trains arrive at Wernshausen and one other train station.
From Wuppertal to Schmalkalden train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Schmalkalden faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 55 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 148 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Schmalkalden.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wuppertal and Schmalkalden is approximately 148 miles, or 239 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 55 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wuppertal to Schmalkalden. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wuppertal at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 106 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
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wuppertal?
Main departure station: Wuppertal-Ronsdorf
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Wuppertal where you can board the train.
All train stations in Wuppertal:
Wuppertal-Ronsdorf
Wuppertal-Langerfeld
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen
Where is the train station in Schmalkalden?
Main arrival station: Wernshausen
Schmalkalden receives travelers from Wuppertal at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Schmalkalden:
Wernshausen
Niederschmalkalden
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