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How to travel from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen? Look no further.
There are around 41 trains per day running between Friedrichshafen Airport and Sonthofen, which usually take 3 hours 23 minutes to complete the 37 miles (59 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Sonthofen from Friedrichshafen Airport, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. All or part of your journey will be on board a DB train, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen by train
| First train | 00:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:37 | |
| Departure station | Friedrichshafen Airport | |
| Arrival station | Sonthofen | |
| Journey time | From 2h 10m | |
| Distance | 37 miles (59 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen
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Deutsche Bahn trains from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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Cheap train tickets from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Friedrichshafen Airport to Sonthofen by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.