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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Renens to Plauen. The train trip from Renens to Plauen is usually about 16 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 15 hours and 26 minutes.
| Distance | 373 mi (601 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 0m |
| Lowest price | €94.93 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Renens to Plauen?
2 train services operate from Renens to Plauen. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 16h 56m | €94.93 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 15h 26m | €137.16 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Renens to Plauen start from €137, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Plauen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Renens leaves from Renens VD . And in Plauen trains arrive at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf .
From Renens to Plauen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Plauen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 15 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Renens and Plauen is approximately 373 miles, or 601 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 26 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.
Trains from Renens to Plauen are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Renens at 21:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 Renens 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 Plauen to Renens.
City Information
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 is the train station in Renens?
Main departure station: Renens VD
There is one train station in Renens.
All train stations in Renens:
Renens VD
Where is the train station in Plauen?
Main arrival station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Plauen has one train station.
Train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
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