How to get from Westerstetten to Forbach by train?

From Westerstetten to Forbach by train

To get from Westerstetten to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX 16 train from Westerstetten station to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Oben) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RB 14B train and finally take the S8 train from Freudenstadt Hbf station to Forbach (Schwarzwald) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 2 min. The train schedule from Westerstetten may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

242min
Walk to train station
Train - MEX 16MEX 16
Train - RB 14BRB 14B
Train - S8S8
Leaves from Westerstetten

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westerstetten
    780 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MEX 16MEX 16
    Wait for train
    MEX 16
    Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Oben)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Oben)
    87 min
  • 4
    Train - RB 14BRB 14B
    Wait for train
    RB 14B
    Fds Hbf.
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fds Hbf.
    86 min
  • 6
    Train - S8S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Ka Tullastraße/Alter Schlachthof
  • 7
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Westerstetten to Forbach by train via MEX16, RE1 and RB41

To get from Westerstetten to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX16 train from Westerstetten station to Hauptbahnhof (Oben) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 train and finally take the RB41 train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station to Forbach (Schwarzwald) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The train schedule from Westerstetten may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to train station
Train - MEX16MEX16
Train - RE1RE1
Train - RB41RB41
Leaves from Westerstetten

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westerstetten
    780 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MEX16MEX16
    Wait for train
    MEX16
    Stuttgart Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof (Oben)
    87 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Karlsruhe Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    53 min
  • 6
    Train - RB41RB41
    Wait for train
    RB41
    Forbach(Schwarzw)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    67 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Westerstetten to Forbach

The distance between Westerstetten, Stuttgart and Forbach, Stuttgart is approximately 189.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 242 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Westerstetten 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 Westerstetten to Forbach

To check the train schedule from Westerstetten to Forbach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Westerstetten) 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 Westerstetten to Forbach by train via MEX16, RE1 and RB41

To get from Westerstetten to Forbach in Stuttgart, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MEX16 train from Westerstetten station to Hauptbahnhof (Oben) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE1 train and finally take the RB41 train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station to Forbach (Schwarzwald) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The train schedule from Westerstetten may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Forbach on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to train station
Train - MEX16MEX16
Train - RE1RE1
Train - RB41RB41
Leaves from Westerstetten

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westerstetten
    780 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MEX16MEX16
    Wait for train
    MEX16
    Stuttgart Hbf
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof (Oben)
    87 min
  • 4
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Karlsruhe Hbf
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof
    53 min
  • 6
    Train - RB41RB41
    Wait for train
    RB41
    Forbach(Schwarzw)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    Ride to train station
    Forbach (Schwarzwald)
    67 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 242 minutes, using Train line MEX 16, Train line RB 14B, Train line S8.

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

    The alternative route takes 253 minutes, using Train line MEX16, Train line RE1, Train line RB41.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 2 min.

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

    The MEX 16 train line goes from Westerstetten station near Westerstetten to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Oben) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (Oben) station near Forbach in Stuttgart.

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

    The total travel time between Westerstetten and Forbach in Stuttgart by train is about 4 hr 2 min.

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

    Get on the MEX 16 train from the Westerstetten station near Westerstetten in Stuttgart.

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

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

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