How to get from Illingen to Forbach by train?

From Illingen to Forbach by train

To get from Illingen to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX17 train from Illingen station to Vaihingen (E) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 train and finally take the RE40 train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station to Forbach (Schwarzwald) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Illingen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - MEX17MEX17
Train - RE1RE1
Train - RE40RE40
Leaves from Illingen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Illingen
  • 2
    Train - MEX17MEX17
    Wait for train
    MEX17
    Bietigheim-Bissingen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Vaihingen (E)
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Karlsruhe Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    41 min
  • 6
    Train - RE40RE40
    Wait for train
    RE40
    Freudenstadt Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Illingen to Forbach by train via MEX17, RE 1 and RE 40

To get from Illingen to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX17 train from Illingen station to Vaihingen (E) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE 1 train and finally take the RE 40 train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station to Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Illingen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - MEX17MEX17
Train - RE 1RE 1
Train - RE 40RE 40
Leaves from Illingen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Illingen
  • 2
    Train - MEX17MEX17
    Wait for train
    MEX17
    Bietigheim-Bissingen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Vaihingen (E)
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - RE 1RE 1
    Wait for train
    RE 1
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - RE 40RE 40
    Wait for train
    RE 40
    Fds Hbf.
  • 8
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Illingen to Forbach

The distance between Illingen, Stuttgart and Forbach, Stuttgart is approximately 109.1 km, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Illingen to Forbach by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Stuttgart – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Illingen to Forbach

To check the train schedule from Illingen to Forbach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Illingen) and destination (Forbach), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Illingen to Forbach by train via MEX17, RE 1 and RE 40

To get from Illingen to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX17 train from Illingen station to Vaihingen (E) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE 1 train and finally take the RE 40 train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station to Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The train schedule from Illingen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - MEX17MEX17
Train - RE 1RE 1
Train - RE 40RE 40
Leaves from Illingen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Illingen
  • 2
    Train - MEX17MEX17
    Wait for train
    MEX17
    Bietigheim-Bissingen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Vaihingen (E)
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - RE 1RE 1
    Wait for train
    RE 1
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - RE 40RE 40
    Wait for train
    RE 40
    Fds Hbf.
  • 8
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzw) Bahnhof
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Illingen to Forbach?

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Train line MEX17, Train line RE1, Train line RE40.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Illingen to Forbach?

    The alternative route takes 115 minutes, using Train line MEX17, Train line RE 1, Train line RE 40.

  • Is there a direct train between Illingen and Forbach in Stuttgart?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Illingen to Forbach in Stuttgart?

    The MEX17 train line goes from Bietigheim-Bissingen station near Illingen to Vaihingen (E) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Vaihingen (E) station near Forbach in Stuttgart.

  • How long does it take to travel from Illingen to Forbach in Stuttgart by train?

    The total travel time between Illingen and Forbach in Stuttgart by train is about 1 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Illingen to get to Forbach in Stuttgart?

    Get on the MEX17 train from the Bietigheim-Bissingen station near Illingen in Stuttgart.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Illingen and Forbach in Stuttgart?

    Get off the train at the Vaihingen (E) station, which is closest to Forbach in Stuttgart.

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