The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz without transferring at least once.
ICE 690 · 7418012:15 PM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 932 · ICE 600 · 741749:02 AM4h23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way2 transfers
ICE 930 · ICE 508 · 7417811:02 AM4h23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way2 transfers
ICE 692 · 7417610:15 AM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 694 · 741728:15 AM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 690 · 7418012:15 PM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 692 · 7417610:15 AM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 694 · 741728:15 AM4h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way1 transfer
ICE 932 · ICE 600 · 741749:02 AM4h23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way2 transfers
ICE 930 · ICE 508 · 7417811:02 AM4h23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3:25 PMChemnitz Hbf$881One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 192 miles (310 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$94 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz costing on average $94 (€76).
A bus is $190 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz costing on average $225 (€183).
Other travel options to Chemnitz take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Bus takes on average 5h 14m.
Tickets start at around $94 (€76) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.51 (€-17.50). The journey takes 4h 29m versus 4h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz trains for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S8 · ICE 692 · 74176 | 9:54 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h31 | 2:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 · 74176 | Delayed 8:58 AM 10:15 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h10 | 2:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621 · ICE 930 · ICE 508 · 74178 | Delayed 8:45 AM 10:41 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 3:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 759 · 74180 | On time 11:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h23 | 4:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 930 · ICE 508 · 74178 | On time 11:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 3:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 690 · 74180 | 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h40 | 4:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 74180 | On time 12:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h10 | 4:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4259 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 · 74182 | 12:36 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h49 | 5:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 625 · ICE 838 · ICE 506 · 74182 | On time 12:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 5:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 838 · ICE 506 · 74182 | On time 1:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 5:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1651 · 74184 | On time 1:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h23 | 6:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1651 · 74184 | On time 1:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h06 | 6:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 598 · 74184 | 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h40 | 6:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 29 · 4617 · ICE 504 · 74186 | Delayed 12:35 PM 1:46 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h39 | 7:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 598 · 74184 | On time 2:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h10 | 6:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 29 · 4617 · ICE 504 · 74186 | On time 2:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h06 | 7:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629 · ICE 9591 · ICE 504 · 74186 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 7:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 1653 · 27750 · 74141 | 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h00 | 8:45 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 1653 · IC 2273 | On time 2:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h46 | 9:31 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
15525 · ICE 1653 · 27750 · 74141 | 2:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h59 | 8:45 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 504 · 74186 | Delayed 1:17 PM 3:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 7:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · ICE 1653 · 27750 · 74141 | Delayed 1:17 PM 3:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h43 | 8:45 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 9591 · S5X · 74033 | Delayed 1:17 PM 3:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h01 | 9:03 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1653 · IC 2273 | On time 3:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h12 | 9:31 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1653 · RE 52273 | On time 3:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h12 | 9:31 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1653 · 27750 · 74141 | On time 3:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h26 | 8:45 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 596 · 74188 · Bus RE6 | On time 4:15 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h54 | 9:09 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1229 · 4621 · 3013 · 74035 | On time 4:19 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h46 | 10:05 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 11 | |||||
ICE 694 · 74172 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 527 · ICE 932 · ICE 600 · 74174 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h44 | 1:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 932 · ICE 600 · 74174 | On time 9:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 1:25 PM Chemnitz Hbf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (310 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 192 miles (310 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Chemnitz from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Chemnitz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Genießer-Eck
- Delphi
- Zum Haineck
- Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
- Hotel Chemnitzer Hof
- Hotel Sächsischer Hof
- Hotel an der Oper
- Hotel Elisenhof
- McDonald's
- Maharadscha Palast
- Café Südeck
- Sofra-Dürüm-Döner
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