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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Elz to Oberstaufen. The train trip from Elz to Oberstaufen is usually about 10 hours and 27 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 217 mi (349 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 11m |
| Lowest price | $120.24 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Elz to Oberstaufen?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Elz to Oberstaufen. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 10h 28m | $132.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Elz and Oberstaufen is approximately 217 miles, or 349 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 11 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 departing from Elz to Oberstaufen tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Elz at 8:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 6 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 Oberstaufen to Elz.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Elz?
Main departure station: Elz(Limburg/Lahn) Süd
There are two stations in Elz where you can board the train to Oberstaufen.
All train stations in Elz:
Elz(Limburg/Lahn) Süd
Elz(Limburg/Lahn)
Where is the train station in Oberstaufen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Oberstaufen has one train station.
All train stations in Oberstaufen:
Train Station
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