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Trip Summary
You can pick from 53 daily train trips between Schmalkalden and Chur. The average train journey from Schmalkalden to Chur takes 11 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 8 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 271 mi (436 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 0m |
| Lowest price | $90.26 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Schmalkalden to Chur?
2 train services operate from Schmalkalden to Chur. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 51 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 2 | 8h 47m | $198.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 51 | 11h 8m | $183.51 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Schmalkalden to Chur start from $90, and on average cost . Daily there are 51 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Chur. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Schmalkalden leaves from Schmalkalden-Fachhochschule and 3 other stations. And in Chur trains arrive at Train Station .
From Schmalkalden to Chur train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chur faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Schmalkalden and Chur is approximately 271 miles, or 436 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 24 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 Schmalkalden to Chur are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Schmalkalden at 10:00am 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 53 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 Chur to Schmalkalden.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Schmalkalden?
Main departure station: Schmalkalden-Fachhochschule
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Schmalkalden where you can board the train.
All train stations in Schmalkalden:
Schmalkalden-Fachhochschule
Train Station
Wernshausen
Auehütte
Where is the train station in Chur?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Chur has one train station.
All train stations in Chur:
Train Station
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