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Trip Summary
38 trains operate daily from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz. The train trip from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz is usually about 9 hours and 7 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 11 minutes.
Distance | 268 mi (432 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 11m |
Lowest price | £54.47 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz?
2 train services operate from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 28 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 28 | 9h 7m | £57.32 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 9h 8m | £44.21 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz start from £36, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Chemnitz. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Friedrichshafen leaves from Friedrichshafen-Manzell and 3 other stations. And in Chemnitz trains arrive at Train Station .
From Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chemnitz faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 11 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Friedrichshafen and Chemnitz is approximately 268 miles, or 432 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 7 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 11 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Friedrichshafen to Chemnitz tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Friedrichshafen at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 38 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chemnitz to Friedrichshafen.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural centre in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city centre, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighbourhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap coach tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Friedrichshafen?
Main departure station: Friedrichshafen Ost
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Friedrichshafen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Friedrichshafen:
Friedrichshafen Ost
Friedrichshafen-Kluftern
Friedrichshafen-Fischbach
Friedrichshafen-Manzell
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Chemnitz has one train station.
Train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
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