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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Flensburg to Plauen. Traveling by bus from Flensburg to Plauen usually takes around 19 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 14 hours,
| Distance | 317 mi (511 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €48.59 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Flensburg to Plauen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Flensburg to Plauen. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 19h 28m | €66.94 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Flensburg to Plauen, and usually makes the trip in about 19 hours and 28 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 511 kilometers from Flensburg to Plauen. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Plauen, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from Flensburg to Plauen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Flensburg to Plauen. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Flensburg to Plauen; ticket prices start at €89.95.
City Information
Flensburg
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Located close to the German-Danish border, Flensburg is a small town with a rich history and many notable cultural landmarks. The city is the home to the largest Danish community in Germany, and its beer is renowned throughout the region. Det Lille Teater, the local Danish theater, is a great spot to get a sense of the local community.
The Old Town quarter in the center of the city features many well-preserved buildings and a scenic waterfront at the tip of the Flensburg Fjord. Some buildings are centuries-old mansions and manors converted into museums, like Museumsberg Flensburg, home to an extensive art collection. Braasch Rum Factory Museum offers a slightly different perspective on Flensburg, where you can learn all about rum-making, and yes, they have rum-tastings!
Because it is one of the northernmost cities in Germany, most ground travel from Germany to Denmark, Sweden, or Norway passes through Flensburg. For example, intercity bus service with FlixBus is an affordable way to reach nearby destinations like Hamburg or Copenhagen. Train service on the Deutsche Bahn network makes further destinations accessible from Flensburg.
Plauen
Plauen is a city in the state of Saxony, near Germany's border with Czechia. Plauen's history is closely woven to its lace and embroidery industry, so your first stop should be the Embroidery Machine Museum. Here, you'll learn about textile and fashion history, plus discover turn-of-the-century manufacturing and machinery. If you can't get enough, Plauen has no shortage of museums and attractions related to the embroidery industry; Plauener Spitzenmuseum, Weberhäuser, and Weisbachsches Haus are some of the more popular choices.
Plauen has a small and easy-to-navigate downtown area, with a good mix of fast food, international dining, and classic German eateries to fit whatever you're seeking. Leave plenty of time to wander through the city's streets and marvel at the different architecture styles of churches, museums, government buildings, and more.
You can travel to Plauen on FlixBus or several Deutsche Bahn train lines. These connections also mean Plauen could be a stop along the way to larger cities like Dresden or Prague since tickets to these cities are very affordable.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Flensburg?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bahnhofstraße 50
Most buses depart from the main station in Flensburg.
All bus stations in Flensburg:
Bahnhofstraße 50
Where does the bus arrive in Plauen?
Main arrival station: Reichenbacher Str. 34
All buses from Flensburg arrive at one main station in Plauen.
Bus stations in Plauen:
Reichenbacher Str. 34
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