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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Chemnitz and Bad Elster. The average train journey from Chemnitz to Bad Elster takes 2 hours and 19 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 2 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 48 mi (78 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 17m |
| Lowest price | £21.37 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Chemnitz to Bad Elster?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Chemnitz to Bad Elster. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 2h 19m | £21.37 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Chemnitz to Bad Elster start from £21, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bad Elster. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Chemnitz leaves from Train Station . And in Bad Elster trains arrive at Train Station and one other train station.
From Chemnitz to Bad Elster train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 19 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bad Elster faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 17 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 14 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Bad Elster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Chemnitz to Bad Elster. 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 Chemnitz at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Chemnitz twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bad Elster to Chemnitz.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural centre in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city centre, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighbourhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap coach tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Chemnitz.
All train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Bad Elster?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Bad Elster receives travelers from Chemnitz at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Bad Elster:
Train Station
Sohl
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