How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen

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Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 11h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a bus costs an average of €38.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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€38

Average price

Cheapest

€58

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

10h 35m

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2h 31m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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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 Sachsen is a bus with an average price of €38.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen costing on average €67.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Sachsen take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Sachsen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen 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 €38 compared to roughly €58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €19. The journey takes 10h 35m versus 2h 31m 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:15 AM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:15 AM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:15 AM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    9:09 AMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:15 AM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    11:09 AMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    10:15 AM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    1:09 PMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:15 PM2h54
    Frankfurt am Main
    3:09 PMLeipzig Hbf
    601One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen

Travel to Sachsen 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 Sachsen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Sachsen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen is a bus with an average price of €38.

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

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen costing on average €67.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Sachsen take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 5m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen is approximately 105 miles (169 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen is:
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Sachsen (b Ansbach).
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Nürnberg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Sachsen by bus.
  • Travel with Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Sachsen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen with the following travel companies:
  • 18 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Sachsen often also extend their vacation to go to Die, Paris, Nuremberg, Berlin, Ansbach. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sachsen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sachsen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Sachsen's cultural landmarks, historical sites, and natural beauty, it's recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days. This allows time to explore cities like Dresden and Leipzig, visit castles such as Moritzburg, and enjoy the scenic Saxon Switzerland National Park.

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