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Trip Summary
There are 31 daily trains from Plauen to Zaventem. Traveling by train from Plauen to Zaventem usually takes around 13 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 8 hours and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 337 mi (542 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 0m |
| Lowest price | €135.76 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Plauen to Zaventem?
2 train services operate from Plauen to Zaventem. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 24 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 24 | 12h 20m | €192.75 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 14h 39m | €187.56 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Plauen to Zaventem start from €160, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Zaventem. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Plauen leaves from Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf . And in Zaventem trains arrive at Bruxelles-Nat.-Aéroport and 2 other train stations.
From Plauen to Zaventem train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 14 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Zaventem faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Plauen and Zaventem is approximately 337 miles, or 542 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 47 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 Plauen to Zaventem 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 Plauen at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 31 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 Zaventem to Plauen.
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 Plauen?
Main departure station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
There is one train station in Plauen.
All train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Where is the train station in Zaventem?
Main arrival station: Bruxelles-Nat.-Aéroport
There are more train stations and stops in Zaventem than most cities. Most trains from Plauen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Zaventem:
Train stations in Zaventem:
Bruxelles-Nat.-Aéroport
Train Station
Nossegem
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