Abfahrt
Die Abfahrt des Zuges ist um 14:30 Uhr.
The train's departure is at 2:30 PM.
The act of leaving a station or terminal, especially for trains or buses.
Bitte beachten Sie die Abfahrtszeiten auf dem Bahnsteig.
Please note the departure times on the platform.
Die Abfahrt wurde wegen eines technischen Problems verschoben.
The departure was delayed due to a technical issue.
The platform or area from which a train or bus departs.
Der Zug fährt von Gleis 7, Abfahrt 3.
The train departs from track 7, departure 3.
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Pro Tip
Avoid confusion with 'Ankunft'
'Abfahrt' refers to departure, while 'Ankunft' means arrival. Both are critical for train travel in German-speaking countries.
Gold Rule
Gender and article
'Abfahrt' is a feminine noun (die Abfahrt). Always use 'die' or 'eine' with it.
Word Origin
From Middle High German *abvart*, from Old High German *abafart* (departure), compound of *ab-* (away) and *fahrt* (journey, drive), related to English 'fare' (as in 'farewell').
Usage Notes
Primarily used for scheduled public transport (trains, buses). For airplanes, 'Abflug' is more common. The plural 'Abfahrten' is less common and typically refers to multiple scheduled departures.