Day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Osnabrück
Osnabrück lies 244 km (152 mi) north of Frankfurt am Main, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 244 km (152 mi) apart, Osnabrück is a realistic day trip from Frankfurt am Main: about 3 h 58 min each way by road.
| Frankfurt am Main | Osnabrück | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 650,000 | 166,462 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 69 m (226 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 60306–65936 | 49074–49090 |
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Common questions
How far is Osnabrück from Frankfurt am Main?
244 km (152 mi) in a straight line, north of Frankfurt am Main; by road roughly 298 km (185 mi).
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Osnabrück by road?
About 3 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Frankfurt am Main and Osnabrück?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.