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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£115

Average price

£138

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 58 m

Trains per day

Distance

317 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels 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 Brussels to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Brussels for Frankfurt am Main every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.

Cheapest

ICE 13

08:252h52

Brussels-Midi

11:17Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

£1151One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

ICE 13

08:253h06

Brussels-Midi

11:31Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

£1151One-way

0 changes

ICE 315

12:252h52

Brussels-Midi

15:17Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

£1261One-way

0 changes

ICE 315

12:253h06

Brussels-Midi

15:31Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

£1321One-way

0 changes

ICE 15

10:252h52

Brussels-Midi

13:17Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

£1651One-way

0 changes

Brussels to Frankfurt am Main train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Deutsche Bahn ICE 13 Deutsche BahnICE 13	08:25 Brussels-Midi	2h52	11:17 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 13 Deutsche BahnICE 13	08:25 Brussels-Midi	3h06	11:31 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 15 Deutsche BahnICE 15	10:25 Brussels-Midi	3h06	13:31 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 15 Deutsche BahnICE 15	10:25 Brussels-Midi	2h52	13:17 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 315 Deutsche BahnICE 315	12:25 Brussels-Midi	2h52	15:17 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn ICE 315 Deutsche BahnICE 315	12:25 Brussels-Midi	3h06	15:31 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 changesDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main?

The best time to book your train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brussels to Frankfurt am Main route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main.

Trains

from £45

Coaches

from £26

Flights

from £221

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main

Trains from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £19 by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £19

Distance

317 km

Average train duration

5h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

£27

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 52m

First train

07:23

Last train

20:56

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £19

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain trains Brussels to Frankfurt am Main

For as little as £30 you can travel by train between Brussels and Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Brussels and Frankfurt am Main. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Brussels to Frankfurt am Main train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: £30
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train to Frankfurt am Main from Brussels at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

FAQs: Brussels to Frankfurt am Main train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels to Frankfurt am Main is £78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Brussels and Frankfurt am Main is on average 2 h 51 min for the 197 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 00: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 23: 42.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 4 direct trains from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Brussels and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 42.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Brussels-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, located 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Frankfurt am Main from Brussels is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 51 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main is April.

You have options as you can travel from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Frankfurt am Main

Brussels

Frankfurt am Main

The major train station for departures in Brussels is Brussels-Nord. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brussels-Nord for your trip from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main.

Brussels-Nord Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Rue du Progrès 76, Vooruitgangstraat 76, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium

Ticket Office Hours

6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.

Dining

Chabrol Brasserie
Winok Café
Félix Wine Bar

Taxis

Outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

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Hotel

Hotel Progress
Hilton Brussels City
Hotel Siru

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Public transport options for Brussels-Nord

Metro: Line 3, Line 4
Tram: Line 25, Line 55
Bus: Several lines available

Bruxelles-Midi Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Address

47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Wi-Fi is available for a fee.

Lockers

Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.

Dining

Pullman Hotel Bar
Quick Gare du Midi
Subway
EXKi Zuid
Starbucks
Häagen-Dazs
Sbarro
The Coffee Club
The Belgian Chocolate House
PAUL
& many more

Accessibility

Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Hotel