How to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen

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Compare bus and train for Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 53, while a train costs an average of CHF 139.

Distance: 269 miles (433 km)

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8h 46m

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Compare ways to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen

Compare the available ways to get from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is a bus with an average price of CHF 53.

This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen:

A bus is CHF 87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen costing on average CHF 139.

The fastest way to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is by train with an average journey time of 7h 22m.

Other travel options to Friedrichshafen take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chemnitz and Friedrichshafen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around CHF 53 compared to roughly CHF 75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 23. The journey takes 8h 16m versus 5h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen

How to get from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen

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There are 2 options to travel between Chemnitz and Friedrichshafen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is a bus with an average price of CHF 53.

This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen:

A bus is CHF 87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen costing on average CHF 139.

The fastest way to travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is by train with an average journey time of 7h 22m.

Other travel options to Friedrichshafen take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 46m.

The distance from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is approximately 269 miles (433 km).
The average frequency per day from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chemnitz and Friedrichshafen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Chemnitz Hbf and arrive in Friedrichshafen Stadt.
  • Buses mostly depart from Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal and arrive in Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, agilis to go to Friedrichshafen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Friedrichshafen by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen often also extend their vacation to go to Palma, Zurich, Berlin, Vienna, Hamburg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Friedrichshafen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Friedrichshafen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Friedrichshafen's key attractions, such as the Zeppelin Museum, Lake Constance, and local vineyards.

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