The average train between Munich and Elsterberg takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Munich to Elsterberg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Munich and Elsterberg. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Munich is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Elsterberg at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 7m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Munich to Elsterberg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Munich to Elsterberg. However, there are services departing from München Hbf station and arriving at Gera Hbf station via Nürnberg Hbf station and Erfurt Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.
Munich to Elsterberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Elsterberg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gera Hbf station.
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The distance between Munich and Elsterberg is 278.1 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from München Hbf to Elsterberg via Nürnberg Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, and Gera Hbf in around 5h 34m.