How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a flight costs an average of $461.

Distance: 156 miles (252 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg

Compare the available ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is a bus with an average price of $37.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg:

A bus is $42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg costing on average $78.

A bus is $425 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg costing on average $461.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Augsburg take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 7m.

Bus takes on average 6h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Augsburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 46m sooner (3h 2m by train vs 3h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $78 compared to roughly $57 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • LufthansaLH106
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 525 · ICE 783
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 203 · ICE 693
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  • Deutsche BahnICE 613
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  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • Condor FlugdienstDE4062
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  • LufthansaLH94
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  • Air DolomitiLH108
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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg

Travel to Augsburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Augsburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is a bus with an average price of $37.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg:

A bus is $42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg costing on average $78.

A bus is $425 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg costing on average $461.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Augsburg take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 7m.

Bus takes on average 6h 3m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is approximately 156 miles (252 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Augsburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Augsburg, Biberbachstraße (P + R Augsburg North).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Augsburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Augsburg by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane to go to Augsburg by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
  • 14 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Augsburg often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Augsburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Augsburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Augsburg, you can explore the Maximilian Museum to learn about the city's history and craftsmanship, wander through the Botanical Garden Augsburg, and visit the unique collection at the Augsburg Puppet Theatre Museum. Discover the historic Lech canals that have shaped the city or enjoy a performance at the Augsburg State Theatre. Don't miss visiting the Augsburg Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture, the historic Fuggerei, the Renaissance-style Augsburg Town Hall, the panoramic views from Perlach Tower, and the family-friendly Augsburg Zoo.
Augsburg can be explored in 2 to 3 days, allowing enough time to visit its historic sites, museums, and enjoy local cuisine.
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