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Trip Summary
There are usually 28 daily train trips available from Alken to Oberursel. Traveling by train from Alken to Oberursel usually takes 6 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 151 mi (243 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 50m |
| Lowest price | $46.99 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Alken to Oberursel?
There are 3 train lines with service from Alken to Oberursel. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 15 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 5h 14m | $141.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 15 | 6h 31m | $112.47 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 6h 15m | $94.98 |
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 Alken to Oberursel start from $53, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Oberursel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Alken leaves from Alken(B) . And in Oberursel trains arrive at Oberursel(Taunus) and one other train station.
From Alken to Oberursel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 15 minutes. If you are looking to get to Oberursel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 50 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 17 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Oberursel.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alken and Oberursel is approximately 151 miles, or 243 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 50 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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alken to Oberursel. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Alken at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 28 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 Oberursel to Alken.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alken?
Main departure station: Alken(B)
There is one train station in Alken.
All train stations in Alken:
Alken(B)
Where is the train station in Oberursel?
Main arrival station: Oberursel(Taunus)
Oberursel receives travelers from Alken at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Oberursel:
Oberursel(Taunus)
Oberursel-Stierstadt
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