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Trip Summary
19 trains operate daily from Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein. The train trip from Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein is usually about one hour and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest vlexx train can get you there in as little as one hour and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 53 mi (86 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 18m |
| Lowest price | $24.83 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein?
There are 5 train lines with service from Rüsselsheim am Main to Idar-Oberstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 18 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 1h 30m | $26.31 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 1h 30m | $26.31 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 1h 51m | $25.97 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 18 | 1h 59m | $25.81 |
| vlexx | 5 | 1h 48m | $26.10 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein start from $25, and on average cost . Daily there are 18 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Idar-Oberstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Rüsselsheim am Main leaves from Rüsselsheim Opelwerk and one other station. And in Idar-Oberstein trains arrive at Fischbach-Weierbach and one other train station.
From Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 59 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 1 hours and 18 minutes.
Vlexx is a German train company based in the city of Mainz that runs regular passenger services across western Germany in Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, and Hesse, plus branching out to Wissembourg in France. Vlexx trains have large picture windows to enjoy the landscapes, plus plenty of legroom for each seat, step-free access, and specific areas for storing bicycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Rüsselsheim to Idar-Oberstein. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Rüsselsheim at 12:00am 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 19 scheduled trains on most days. 12 of these are direct connections to Idar-Oberstein. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Idar-Oberstein to Rüsselsheim.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rüsselsheim?
Main departure station: Rüsselsheim Opelwerk
There are two stations in Rüsselsheim where you can board the train to Idar-Oberstein.
All train stations in Rüsselsheim:
Rüsselsheim Opelwerk
Train Station
Where is the train station in Idar-Oberstein?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Idar-Oberstein receives travelers from Rüsselsheim at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Idar-Oberstein:
Train Station
Fischbach-Weierbach
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