Brienz to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for 22 Dec

Cheapest price

£131

Average price

£131

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 15 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

377 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brienz 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 Brienz to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £131.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Brienz for Frankfurt am Main every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 377 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.

Deutsche Bahn
06:375h15
Brienz
11:52Frankfurt am Main
£1311One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and flight for Brienz to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £64, and a flight costs an average of £158.

Distance: 377 km

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£88

Average Price

Cheapest

£170

Average Price

5h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 19m

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30m

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9h 27m

Average total duration

6h 27m

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Live departures

Brienz to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Brienz to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Zentralbahn09:37 Brienz
5h31
15:08 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
Zentralbahn11:37 Brienz
5h31
17:08 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
Zentralbahn12:02 Brienz
5h50
17:52 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
Monday 22 December
deutsche_bahn06:37 Brienz
5h15
11:52 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 377 km distance in 5h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
377 km
Average train duration
5h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£64
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
5h 50m
First train
02:09
Last train
22:41
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Zentralbahn from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Zentralbahn trains will get you between Brienz and Frankfurt am Main from £64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£64
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Zentralbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£69
Zentralbahn frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Brienz to Frankfurt am Main train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brienz 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.

FAQs
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.
Yes, the train journey from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss Alps, charming Swiss villages, and beautiful lakes before transitioning into the rolling hills and vineyards of Germany.
A day trip from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible, as the journey duration is 5h 50m each way. However, there are 11 trains per day covering the 377 km journey.
To get from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Booking trains from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main is 377 km.
The train journey from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 377 km and takes approximately 5h 50m. Trains run 11 per day.
The first train from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 2:09.
The last train from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main departs at 22:41.
The cost of a train ticket from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £64, while the average price tends to be around £88.
Trains from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest way to get from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main is by train, costing approximately £64.
There is no night train service from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main.
The train station in Brienz that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Brienz, and it arrives at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Yes, you can take the train from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brienz and Frankfurt am Main

Brienz
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Brienz is Brienz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brienz for your trip from Brienz to Frankfurt am Main.
BrienzWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Bahnhofstrasse, 3855 Brienz, Switzerland
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Lindenblüte
  • Restaurant Berghaus Rothorn Kulm
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Brienzerburli
  • Grandhotel Giessbach
  • Hotel Weisses Kreuz
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Interlaken and Lucerne
Public transport options for Brienz
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Ferry: Connections to Lake Brienz
Brienz, BahnhofAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
address
Address
Hauptstrasse 149, 3855 Brienz, Switzerland
phone
Phone Number

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