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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath. The train trip from Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath is usually about 8 hours and 28 minutes 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 34 minutes.
| Distance | 96 mi (154 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 34m |
| Lowest price | £27.12 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 8h 28m | £52.52 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath start from £27, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Herzogenrath. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Idar-Oberstein leaves from Fischbach-Weierbach . And in Herzogenrath trains arrive at Kohlscheid .
From Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 28 minutes. If you are looking to get to Herzogenrath faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 34 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Herzogenrath.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Idar-Oberstein and Herzogenrath is approximately 96 miles, or 154 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 34 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Idar-Oberstein to Herzogenrath. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Idar-Oberstein at 20:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 6 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.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Herzogenrath to Idar-Oberstein.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Idar-Oberstein?
Main departure station: Fischbach-Weierbach
There is one train station in Idar-Oberstein.
All train stations in Idar-Oberstein:
Fischbach-Weierbach
Where is the train station in Herzogenrath?
Main arrival station: Kohlscheid
Herzogenrath has one train station.
Train stations in Herzogenrath:
Kohlscheid
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