Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main train with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for 01 Jun

Cheapest price

£392

Average price

£392

Fastest journey

10 h 57 m

Average duration

12 h 29 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

1023 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £392 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £392.

Fast trains

To travel from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    6:3010h57
    Edinburgh
    17:27Frankfurt am Main
    £3921One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    8:0011h27
    Edinburgh
    19:27Frankfurt am Main
    £3921One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    10:3010h57
    Edinburgh
    21:27Frankfurt am Main
    £3921One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    12:3111h55
    Edinburgh
    0:26Frankfurt am Main
    £3921One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
    15:0018h27
    Edinburgh
    9:27Frankfurt am Main
    £3921One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £392.

Distance: 1023 km

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Flight
Coach

£392

Average Price

£191

Average Price

£105

Average Price

Cheapest

13h 51m

Average total duration

13h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

25h 55m

Average total duration

25h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

3.1 - 6.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)10:30 Edinburgh
10h57
21:27 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)12:30 Edinburgh
11h13
23:43 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)15:00 Edinburgh
18h27
9:27 Frankfurt am Main2 changes
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)19:25 Edinburgh
18h02
13:27 Frankfurt am Main2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £392 but you can travel from only £65 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 15:29, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 1023 km distance in 10h 57m.

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 £65
Distance
1023 km
Average train duration
13h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£392
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
10h 57m
First train
15:29
Last train
23:39
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
49 days
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 £65

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 57m
Cheapest Price
£392
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £392, while the average price tends to be around £392.
The train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main takes 10h 57m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main is 1023 km.
The first train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 15:29.
The last train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:39.
Trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main.
To get from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £65.
Booking trains from Edinburgh 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 journey from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main offers a varied landscape with the scenic beauty of the Scottish countryside transitioning to the rolling hills and picturesque towns of England. Upon entering mainland Europe, the journey continues through the charming landscapes of Belgium and Germany, offering glimpses of lush forests and quaint villages before reaching the urban scenery of Frankfurt am Main.
A day trip from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey takes 10h 57m and there is a frequency of 1 per day for trains over a distance of 1023 km.
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.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main

Edinburgh
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt (Main) SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Merals Imbiss
  • Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
  • Freigut
  • Holbein's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel am Berg
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
  • Hotel Ritter
  • Lindner Main Plaza
Frankfurt (Main) WestWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Immer Satt
  • Café Crumble
  • Café Albatros
  • Cafe Extrablatt
Hotel
Hotel
  • Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
  • Imperial
  • Sophien Hotel
  • Hotel Isha

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