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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
110
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 110 trains that leave Aachen for Frankfurt am Main every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 1919:502h26Aachen Hbf22:16Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£161One-way0 changes- ICE 1919:502h12Aachen Hbf22:02Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£161One-way0 changes
- 26835 · IC 244219:513h08Aachen Hbf22:59Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£221One-way1 change
- 26835 · IC 244219:513h22Aachen Hbf23:13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£221One-way1 change
- 92101 · S19 · IC 2348 · S85:184h10Aachen Hbf9:28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£221One-way3 changes
- 26815 · ICE 1059:511h58Aachen Hbf11:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£461One-way1 change
- 26817 · ICE 51710:511h58Aachen Hbf12:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£511One-way1 change
- 26819 · ICE 10711:511h58Aachen Hbf13:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£511One-way1 change
- 26821 · ICE 51912:511h58Aachen Hbf14:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£341One-way1 change
- 26823 · ICE 10913:511h58Aachen Hbf15:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aachen to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 198 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£56 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aachen to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92109 · S19 · ICE 105 | On time 9:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h31 | 11:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92109 · S19 · ICE 2013 · S8 | 9:18 Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 13:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| 92109 · S19 · ICE 105 · ICE 27 | Delayed 9:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h55 | 10:15 10:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 92109 · S19 · ICE 2463 · S8 | 9:18 Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 13:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| Bus RE1X · ICE 23 | 4:17 Aachen Hbf | 3h56 | 8:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| Bus RE1X · ICE 23 | 4:17 Aachen Hbf | 3h42 | 7:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 92101 · S19 · IC 2348 · S8 | 5:18 Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 9:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| 92101 · S19 · ICE 101 | 5:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h31 | 7:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92101 · S19 · ICE 101 · ICE 23 | 5:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h55 | 8:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 26405 · ICE 913 | On time 5:21 Aachen Hbf | 2h58 | 8:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 26405 · ICE 527 | 5:21 Aachen Hbf | 3h30 | 8:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 92007 · S19 · ICE 527 | 5:51 Aachen Hbf | 3h00 | 8:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 92007 · S19 · ICE 913 | On time 5:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h28 | 8:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92103 · S19 · ICE 25 | 6:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h41 | 9:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92103 · S19 · ICE 25 | 6:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h55 | 10:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 92103 · S19 · ICE 513 | On time 6:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h31 | 8:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92103 · S19 · ICE 513 · S9 | 6:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h10 | 9:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 26407 · ICE 529 | On time 6:21 Aachen Hbf | 3h18 | 9:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 26407 · ICE 529 | On time 6:21 Aachen Hbf | 3h30 | 9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 26455 · ICE 121 | On time 6:51 Aachen Hbf | 3h36 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 26455 · ICE 103 | 6:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h58 | 9:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 92009 · S19 · ICE 1513 | 6:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h43 | 9:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92009 · S19 · ICE 529 | On time 6:51 Aachen Hbf | 3h00 | 9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 92105 · S19 · ICE 103 | 7:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h31 | 9:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92105 · S19 · ICE 103 · ICE 25 | 7:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h55 | 10:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 92105 · S19 · IC 2040 · S8 | 7:18 Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 11:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 changes | |
| 26409 · ICE 915 | On time 7:21 Aachen Hbf | 2h58 | 10:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 11 | On time 7:46 Aachen Hbf | 2h58 | 10:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 11 | On time 7:46 Aachen Hbf | 2h43 | 10:29 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 91983 · S19 · ICE 121 | On time 7:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h36 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 91983 · S19 · ICE 121 | On time 7:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h22 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92107 · S19 · ICE 515 · S9 | 8:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h10 | 11:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 92107 · S19 · ICE 27 | 8:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h41 | 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 92107 · S19 · ICE 27 | 8:18 Aachen Hbf | 3h55 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 92107 · S19 · ICE 515 | On time 8:18 Aachen Hbf | 2h31 | 10:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| 26411 · ICE 623 | On time 8:21 Aachen Hbf | 3h18 | 11:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 26411 · ICE 623 | On time 8:21 Aachen Hbf | 3h30 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 91985 · S19 · ICE 623 | On time 8:51 Aachen Hbf | 3h00 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 91985 · S19 · ICE 1515 | 8:51 Aachen Hbf | 2h43 | 11:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Aachen and Frankfurt am Main from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Aachen to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Frankfurt am Main by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aachen and Frankfurt am Main
Most Aachen to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aachen station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Aachen Hbf from Aachen city centre
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf train station facilities and services
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Getting to Aachen West from Aachen city centre
Aachen West train station facilities and services
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Getting to Aachen-Rothe Erde from Aachen city centre
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde train station facilities and services
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Aachen arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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