How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF47, while a flight costs an average of CHF205.

Distance: 426 miles (687 km)

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CHF75

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CHF205

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CHF148

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11h 13m

Average total duration

10h 43m

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11h 26m

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10h 56m

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8h 54m

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Leo Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is a bus with an average price of CHF72.

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

A bus is CHF3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava costing on average CHF75.

A bus is CHF332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava costing on average CHF404.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 16m.

Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 13m.

Bus takes on average 14h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Ostrava 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 Ostrava among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around CHF75 compared to roughly CHF148 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF73. The journey takes 10h 43m versus 8h 54m 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.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Leo ExpressLE235
    3:03 PM14h14
    Frankfurt South station
    5:17 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    CHF281One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Leo ExpressLE235
    3:03 PM14h14
    Frankfurt South station
    5:17 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    CHF281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO382 · LO501
    10:35 AM3h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:10 PMLeos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    CHF2291One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Leo ExpressLE235
    3:03 PM14h22
    Frankfurt South station
    5:25 AMOstrava hlavní nádraží
    CHF281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 694 · IC 2445 · RJ 175 · EC 145
    8:15 AM11h28
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    7:43 PMOstrava hlavní nádraží
    CHF1211One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 621 · 3569+SoutheasternSC 517+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH359
    10:41 AM12h05
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:46 PMOstrava hlavní nádraží
    CHF1321One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 PM14h20
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    3:20 AMOstrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    CHF491One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.(Amsterdam -> Prague) · RJ 1001 (Prague -> Havířov)
    10:30 PM10h30
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    9:00 AMOstrava-Svinov station
    CHF501One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM11h40
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    5:00 AMOstrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN)
    CHF561One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLO4926+Lot Polish AirlinesLO3922 · LO501
    10:00 PM40h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:10 PMLeos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    CHF3571One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLO4926+Lot Polish AirlinesLO3906 · LO501
    10:00 PM40h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:10 PMLeos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    CHF3751One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLO4848+Lot Polish AirlinesLO501
    7:10 AM7h00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    2:10 PMLeos Janacek Ostrava Airport
    CHF3771One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava

Travel to Ostrava 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 Ostrava.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Ostrava including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is a bus with an average price of CHF72.

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

A bus is CHF3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava costing on average CHF75.

A bus is CHF332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava costing on average CHF404.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 16m.

Other travel options to Ostrava take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 13m.

Bus takes on average 14h 34m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is approximately 426 miles (687 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Ostrava 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 Ostrava:
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Ostrava hlavní nádraží.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) and arrive in Ostrava, Vítkovická (ÚAN).
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Leos Janacek Ostrava Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Ostrava by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ostrava by bus.
  • Travel with Leo Express, Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, Southeastern, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH to go to Ostrava by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Leo Express.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ostrava often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Vienna, Kraków, Katowice, Budapest. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ostrava and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ostrava to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ostrava, visitors can enjoy the vibrant nightlife at Stodolní Street, attend events at the Gong Concert Hall, or explore scenic trails along the Ostravice River. For cultural experiences, the New City Hall Observation Tower offers panoramic city views, while the Antonín Dvořák Theatre presents opera, ballet, and drama. Key sights include Landek Park, showcasing mining history, Ostrava Zoo, Dolní Vítkovice, an educational complex, Ostrava City Museum, and the historic Silesian Ostrava Castle.
For a full experience of Ostrava, including exploring its industrial heritage, cultural sites, and local cuisine, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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