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Compare bus and train for Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a train costs an average of €94.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€98 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest |
6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf
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Trains from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $116 (€94) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $58 (€47)
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 (€94) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 21:47 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $58 (€47)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Süwex from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Süwex trains will get you between Saarbrücken Hbf and Gera Hbf from $58 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
$125 (€101)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Süwex
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 7m
Cheapest Price
$116 (€94)
Süwex frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gera Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf is not feasible as the travel time is 6h 5m each way. Trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 252 miles (406 km).
Train ticket prices from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $116 (€94), while the average price is around $121 (€98).
The train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf takes 6h 5m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf leaves at 9:47 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $58 (€47).
The first train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf leaves at 5:36 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf.
The distance by train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf is 252 miles (406 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf.
The train journey from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf offers varied landscapes, including rolling hills, picturesque villages, and sections of the scenic Rhine Valley, providing a pleasant visual experience for travelers.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Saarbrücken Hbf to Gera Hbf
Saarbrücken
Gera
The major train station for departures in Saarbrücken is Saarbrücken Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Saarbrücken Hbf for your trip from Saarbrücken to Gera.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:15
- Saturday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 19:00
Dining
- Il Giardino
- Eiscafe Jesolo
- Pizza Hut
- Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Hotel
- Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel
- Mercure SB City
- Europa Hotel Saarbrücken
- Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken
The major train station for arrivals in Gera is Gera Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gera Hbf for your journey to Gera from Saarbrücken.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:15 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:15
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:15
Dining
- Thessalia
- Literaturcafé Schuhschnabel
- Oscar Grill & Restaurant
- Giardino Italiano
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