What is the cheapest way to get from Frankreich to Germany?

The cheapest way to get from Frankreich to Germany is to night train which costs €60 - €170 and takes 10h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankreich to Germany?

The fastest way to get from Frankreich to Germany is to drive which takes 6h 43m and costs €100 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Frankreich and Germany?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankreich to Germany. However, there are services departing from Lauterbourg, Bahnhof and arriving at Berlin Alexanderplatz via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Frankreich and Germany?

No, there is no direct train from Frankreich to Germany. However, there are services departing from Lauterbourg and arriving at S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf via Wörth, Karlsruhe Hbf and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Frankreich to Germany?

The distance between Frankreich and Germany is 681 km. The road distance is 661.6 km.

How do I travel from Frankreich to Germany without a car?

The best way to get from Frankreich to Germany without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs €120 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Frankreich to Germany?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Frankreich to Germany, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankreich to Germany bus from?

Frankreich to Germany bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankreich to Germany train from?

Frankreich to Germany train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hbf station.

Train or bus from Frankreich to Germany?

The best way to get from Frankreich to Germany is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs €120 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Frankreich to Germany bus arrive?

Frankreich to Germany bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where does the Frankreich to Germany train arrive?

Frankreich to Germany train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankreich to Germany?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankreich to Germany is 662 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Frankreich to Germany.

Where can I stay near Germany?

There are 2664+ hotels available in Germany.

Frankreich to Germany - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Frankreich to Germany by train, bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain Ice
7h 3m
€129–269
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 30m
€60–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Berlin Alexanderplatzbus N13
13h 57m
€82–124
Drive 661.6 km
1. Drive from Frankreich to Berlincar 661.6 km
6h 43m
€106–153
Train via S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr.
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Berlin Hbftrain 12 / ...
7h 32m
€130–271

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Distance: 680.6 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Frankreich, France and Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Berlin Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €110–230 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Berlin Alexanderplatz 5 times a week. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

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