How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of ฿21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of ฿21, while a flight costs an average of ฿526.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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5h 25m

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3h 19m

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2h 49m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is a bus with an average price of ฿21.

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

A bus is ฿38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis costing on average ฿59.

A bus is ฿504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis costing on average ฿526.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 16m.

Other travel options to Saarlouis take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Saarlouis 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 Saarlouis 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 ฿59 compared to roughly ฿31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about ฿-28.11. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 2h 25m 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 Saarlouis

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

Our recommendation

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

  • vlexx
    7:24 PM3h14
    Frankfurt am Main
    10:38 PMSaarlouis
    ฿501One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • vlexx
    7:24 PM3h14
    Frankfurt am Main
    10:38 PMSaarlouis
    ฿501One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:54 AM2h40
    Frankfurt am Main
    8:34 AMSaarlouis
    ฿511One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • vlexx
    10:09 PM3h32
    Frankfurt am Main
    1:41 AMSaarlouis
    ฿501One-way
    1 transfer
  • vlexx
    8:09 PM3h48
    Frankfurt am Main
    11:57 PMSaarlouis
    ฿501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:53 AM2h41
    Frankfurt am Main
    11:34 AMSaarlouis
    ฿511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis

Travel to Saarlouis 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 Saarlouis.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Saarlouis including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is a bus with an average price of ฿21.

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

A bus is ฿38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis costing on average ฿59.

A bus is ฿504 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis costing on average ฿526.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 16m.

Other travel options to Saarlouis take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Saarlouis 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 Saarlouis:
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Saarbrücken.
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and arrive in Saarlouis Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Saarlouis by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, British Airways, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Cityjet to go to Saarlouis by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Saarlouis by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Cityjet.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarlouis often also extend their vacation to go to Saarbrücken, Paris, Luxembourg, Luxembourg Airport, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saarlouis and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Saarlouis to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Saarlouis, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to explore its historic fortifications, charming old town, and nearby nature attractions.

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