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Trip Summary
15 trains operate daily from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster). The train trip from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster) is usually about one hour and 57 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 40 mi (64 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 27m |
| Lowest price | £18.26 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster)?
2 train services operate from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster). Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 13 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 1h 45m | £21.39 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 13 | 2h 0m | £20.07 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster) tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Rackwitz at 05:00 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 15 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Rackwitz to Herzberg (Elster). In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rackwitz?
Main departure station: Rackwitz(Leipzig)
There is one train station in Rackwitz.
All train stations in Rackwitz:
Rackwitz(Leipzig)
Where is the train station in Herzberg (Elster)?
Main arrival station: Fermerswalde
Herzberg (Elster) has one train station.
Train stations in Herzberg (Elster):
Fermerswalde
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