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Trip Summary
There are 16 daily trains from Trier to Idar-Oberstein. Traveling by train from Trier to Idar-Oberstein usually takes around 3 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 40m |
| Lowest price | €26.08 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Trier to Idar-Oberstein?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Trier to Idar-Oberstein. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 16 | 3h 7m | €29.32 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Trier to Idar-Oberstein start from €26, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Idar-Oberstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Trier leaves from Quint and 3 other stations. And in Idar-Oberstein trains arrive at Fischbach-Weierbach and one other train station.
From Trier to Idar-Oberstein train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 7 minutes. If you are looking to get to Idar-Oberstein faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Trier to Idar-Oberstein 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 Trier at 03:00 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.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Idar-Oberstein to Trier.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Trier?
Main departure station: Quint
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Trier where you can board the train.
All train stations in Trier:
Quint
Ehrang Ort
Pfalzel
Ehrang
Where is the train station in Idar-Oberstein?
Main arrival station: Fischbach-Weierbach
Idar-Oberstein receives travelers from Trier at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Idar-Oberstein:
Fischbach-Weierbach
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