How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. 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 €25, while a flight costs an average of €327.

Distance: 170 miles (275 km)

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€327

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€49

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg costing on average €45.

A bus is €99 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg costing on average €122.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Regensburg take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Bus takes on average 4h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Regensburg 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 Regensburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 12m faster (3h 21m by train vs 3h 33m by car) and roughly €5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€45 vs €49). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 AM5h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    10:00 AMRegensburg, Hauptbahnhof
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:50 AM5h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    10:00 AMRegensburg, Hauptbahnhof
    261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH140
    7:15 AM0h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:00 AMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    1011One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 527+agilis63061
    8:57 AM3h13
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    12:10 PMRegensburg Hbf
    681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 623 · 59497
    11:57 AM3h15
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    3:12 PMRegensburg Hbf
    681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 525 · 59491
    7:57 AM3h15
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    11:12 AMRegensburg Hbf
    681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:35 PM5h35
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    12:10 AMRegensburg, Hauptbahnhof
    261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM4h35
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    12:50 AMRegensburg, Hauptbahnhof
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 AM4h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    6:00 AMRegensburg, Hauptbahnhof
    301One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH148
    10:15 PM0h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:00 PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    1011One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH146
    5:15 PM0h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:00 PMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    1121One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH142
    9:40 AM0h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:25 AMNuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    1231One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg

Travel to Regensburg 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 Regensburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Regensburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg costing on average €45.

A bus is €99 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg costing on average €122.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Regensburg take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Bus takes on average 4h 57m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is approximately 170 miles (275 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Regensburg 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 Regensburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Regensburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Regensburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Regensburg by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst to go to Regensburg by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 18 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Regensburg often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Prague, Vienna, Nuremberg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Regensburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Regensburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Regensburg, you can explore the Regensburg Museum of History to learn about the city's past, enjoy local delicacies at vibrant markets, and take a scenic cruise on the Danube River. Discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town with a guided walking tour, or relax at the Botanical Garden at the University of Regensburg. Must-see sights include the stunning Regensburg Cathedral, the picturesque Stone Bridge, the historic Old Town Hall, the opulent Thurn and Taxis Palace, and the neoclassical Walhalla overlooking the Danube.
For a fulfilling experience in Regensburg, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal to explore its historic old town, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and enjoy its vibrant cultural scene.
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