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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Forbach to Metzingen. The train trip from Forbach to Metzingen is usually about 3 hours and 20 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 118 mi (189 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 15m |
| Lowest price | £61.85 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Forbach to Metzingen?
2 train services operate from Forbach to Metzingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 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 | 1 | 3h 15m | £61.85 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 3h 22m | £61.85 |
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 Forbach to Metzingen start from £62, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Metzingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Forbach leaves from 8 Place Robert Schuman . And in Metzingen trains arrive at Metzingen(Württ) and one other train station.
From Forbach to Metzingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Metzingen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Forbach and Metzingen is approximately 118 miles, or 189 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 15 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Forbach to Metzingen on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Forbach at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 Forbach 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 Metzingen to Forbach.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Forbach?
Main departure station: 8 Place Robert Schuman
There is one train station in Forbach.
All train stations in Forbach:
8 Place Robert Schuman
Where is the train station in Metzingen?
Main arrival station: Metzingen(Württ)
Metzingen receives travelers from Forbach at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Metzingen:
Metzingen(Württ)
Metzingen-Neuhausen
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