Train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken

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Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Frankfurt Hbf
    Saarbrücken HbfCheapestFastest
    Regional-Express
      Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West
      Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
      Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
        Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West
        Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
        Deutsche Bahn ICE
          Frankfurt Hbf
          Saarbrücken HbfNo tags
          S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
            Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West
            Saarbrücken HbfNo tags

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            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Saarbrücken. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            5carpool per day
            1h 50mAverage duration
            156 kmDistance
            7kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceR 181 - R 972Average duration3h
            4kg CO₂e
            Average priceR 209 - R 2 598Average duration2h 47m
            4kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceR 132 - R 396Average duration1h 50m
            7kg CO₂e

            Train Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceR 805
            Average train trip duration2h 47m
            Number of daily trains44
            Earliest train departure06:00
            Distance154 km
            Latest train departure21:50

            Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Saarbrücken

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken cost?

              The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken is R 805. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken?

              A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Saarbrücken is around 2h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 157 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Saarbrücken?

              The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 44. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken?

              When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            02/11
            R 1 162
            03/11
            R 275
            Today
            R 275
            05/11
            R 316
            06/11
            R 422
            07/11
            R 633
            08/11
            R 422
            09/11
            R 316
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of R 275

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 275 to R 1 859 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 316, which is on 2025-11-05.

            Usually Deutsche Bahn will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

            No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Saarbrücken, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

            By choosing the train between Frankfurt am Main and Saarbrücken, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Saarbrücken.

            Did you know?

            One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

            Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

            Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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