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Trip Summary
There are usually 42 daily train trips available from Machelen to Böblingen. Traveling by train from Machelen to Böblingen usually takes 6 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 256 mi (412 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 36m |
| Lowest price | $129.35 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Machelen to Böblingen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Machelen to Böblingen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 26 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 41m | $152.89 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 26 | 6h 30m | $155.15 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 15 | 7h 11m | $157.85 |
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 Machelen to Böblingen start from $141, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Böblingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Machelen leaves from Buda(B) . And in Böblingen trains arrive at Hulb and 2 other train stations.
From Machelen to Böblingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Böblingen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 36 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Machelen and Böblingen is approximately 256 miles, or 412 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 36 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 Machelen to Böblingen 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 Machelen at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 42 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 Böblingen to Machelen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Machelen?
Main departure station: Buda(B)
There is one train station in Machelen.
All train stations in Machelen:
Buda(B)
Where is the train station in Böblingen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
There are more train stations and stops in Böblingen than most cities. Most trains from Machelen will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Böblingen:
All train stations in Böblingen:
Train Station
Goldberg(Württ)
Hulb
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