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Travelling from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach by train
Looking to travel from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 16 minutes to travel from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 49 minutes though. You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 20 miles (32 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Traben-Trarbach, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You'll probably be hopping onto a DB train to get to Traben-Trarbach, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Traben-Trarbach by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach by train
| First train | 00:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Idar-Oberstein | |
| Arrival station | Traben-Trarbach | |
| Journey time | From 3h 49m | |
| Distance | 20 miles (32 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Idar-Oberstein to Traben-Trarbach by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.