What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster is to train which costs €29 - €90 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Bad Elster, Badstraße via Dresden central station and Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Bad Elster?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Bad Elster. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Adorf(Vogtl) via Leipzig Hbf, Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf and Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Berlin to Bad Elster?

The distance between Berlin and Bad Elster is 342 km. The road distance is 327.8 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Bad Elster without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster without a car is to train via Zwickau which takes 5h 36m and costs €30 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Bad Elster?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Berlin to Bad Elster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Bad Elster bus from?

Berlin to Bad Elster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Bad Elster train from?

Berlin to Bad Elster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin to Bad Elster?

The best way to get from Berlin to Bad Elster is to train via Zwickau which takes 5h 36m and costs €30 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Berlin to Bad Elster bus arrive?

Berlin to Bad Elster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dresden central station.

Where does the Berlin to Bad Elster train arrive?

Berlin to Bad Elster train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Bad Elster?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Bad Elster is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Berlin to Bad Elster.

Where can I stay near Bad Elster?

There are 675+ hotels available in Bad Elster.

Berlin to Bad Elster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Berlin to Bad Elster by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Zwickau
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
3. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bftrain Re
5h 36m
€33–99
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
3. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Schoeneck(Vogtl)train Rb
6h 32m
€29–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Dresden central stationbus 460 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Plauen station Mittebus
3. Take the bus from Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte to Bad Elster, Badstraßebus 92
8h 5m
Drive 327.8 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Bad Elstercar 327.8 km
3h 18m
€48–70
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Gera Hbftrain Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Adorf(Vogtl)train Rb
6h 3m
€259–340

Berlin to Bad Elster by train and bus

117Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Berlin to Bad Elster.

Launch map view

Distance: 342.2 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Bad Elster, Germany?

You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Bad Elster, Badstraße via Leipzig Hbf, Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof, Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf, Plauen(Vogtl) Ob Bf, Adorf(Vogtl), and Adorf, Bahnhof in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Bad Elster, Badstraße via Dresden central station, Plauen station Mitte, and Plauen, Bahnhof Mitte in around 8h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.