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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£386
Average price
£386
Fastest journey
10 h 57 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1023 km
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 £386 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £386.
To travel from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.
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6:3010h57Edinburgh17:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes- 8:0011h27Edinburgh19:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 10:3010h57Edinburgh21:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 12:3111h12Edinburgh23:43Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 15:0018h27Edinburgh9:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 6:3010h57Edinburgh17:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 10:3010h57Edinburgh21:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 12:3111h12Edinburgh23:43Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 8:0011h27Edinburgh19:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 changes
- 20:2017h07Edinburgh13:27Frankfurt am Main£3861One-way2 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 £64. 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 £64, and a train costs an average of £386.
Distance: 1023 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£386 Average Price | £188 Average Price | £104 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 55m Average total duration 25h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 Edinburgh | 10h57 | 17:27 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
| 8:00 Edinburgh | 11h27 | 19:27 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
| 10:30 Edinburgh | 10h57 | 21:27 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
| 12:31 Edinburgh | 11h55 | 0:26 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
| 15:00 Edinburgh | 18h27 | 9:27 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
| 20:20 Edinburgh | 17h07 | 13:27 Frankfurt am Main | 2 changes | |
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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 £386 but you can travel from only £64 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.
Distance 1023 km |
Average train duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £386 |
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 |
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 £64. 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)
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main
Most Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main trains use the to Frankfurt (Main) Süd station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) West. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) West from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) West is 3 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) West train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) West 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: Immer Satt, Café Crumble, Café Albatros, Cafe Extrablatt
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Frankfurt Marriott Hotel, Imperial, Sophien Hotel, Hotel Isha.
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