The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen 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 Essen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 58 trains that leave Essen for Frankfurt am Main every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 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 57 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 207 · ICE 31922:002h49Essen Hbf0:49Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£181One-way1 change
ICE 82319:402h11Essen Hbf21:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£191One-way0 changes
ICE 102118:553h33Essen Hbf22:28Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£191One-way0 changes
ICE 72314:512h00Essen Hbf16:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£251One-way0 changes
ICE 1546 · ICE 161115:142h35Essen Hbf17:49Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£251One-way1 change
ICE 72917:541h57Essen Hbf19:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£691One-way0 changes
ICE 6218:531h58Essen Hbf10:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£511One-way0 changes
ICE 62711:531h58Essen Hbf13:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£821One-way0 changes
ICE 62912:531h58Essen Hbf14:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 72113:531h58Essen Hbf15:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 190 km
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£55 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 103 · IC 1940 · 4756 | 8:00 Essen Hbf | 3h23 | 11:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 25 | 8:00 Essen Hbf | 2h13 | 10:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
26808 · ICE 121 | On time 8:09 Essen Hbf | 2h18 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 11 | On time 8:36 Essen Hbf | 2h10 | 10:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 646 · ICE 1225 | On time 8:40 Essen Hbf | 3h33 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 621 | On time 8:53 Essen Hbf | 1h58 | 10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 219 · S9 | 9:03 Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 11:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 219+ 15167 | 9:03 Essen Hbf | 2h15 | 11:18 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
26810 · ICE 1515 | On time 9:09 Essen Hbf | 2h40 | 11:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2013 · ICE 1651 | On time 9:40 Essen Hbf | 3h33 | 13:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 623 | On time 9:52 Essen Hbf | 1h59 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 105 · ICE 1225 | On time 10:00 Essen Hbf | 2h13 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
26812 · ICE 13 | On time 10:09 Essen Hbf | 2h30 | 12:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 625 | On time 10:50 Essen Hbf | 2h01 | 12:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 517 · S9 | On time 10:59 Essen Hbf | 2h29 | 13:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 517+ 15169 | On time 10:59 Essen Hbf | 2h19 | 13:18 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 1548 · ICE 1517 | On time 11:14 Essen Hbf | 2h35 | 13:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · 4492 | On time 11:37 Essen Hbf | 3h46 | 15:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 627 | On time 11:53 Essen Hbf | 1h58 | 13:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 107 · ICE 796 | On time 12:00 Essen Hbf | 2h17 | 14:17 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
26816 · ICE 123 | On time 12:09 Essen Hbf | 2h18 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 629 | On time 12:53 Essen Hbf | 1h58 | 14:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 519 · S9 | On time 12:59 Essen Hbf | 2h29 | 15:28 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 519+ 15171 | On time 12:59 Essen Hbf | 2h19 | 15:18 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 1052 · ICE 1519 | On time 13:25 Essen Hbf | 2h24 | 15:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 721 | 13:53 Essen Hbf | 1h58 | 15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 109 · ICE 1229 | On time 14:00 Essen Hbf | 2h13 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 109 · IC 1946 · 29693 | On time 14:00 Essen Hbf | 3h23 | 17:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
26820 · ICE 125 | On time 14:09 Essen Hbf | 2h18 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 723 | 14:51 Essen Hbf | 2h00 | 16:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Essen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Essen to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Essen and Frankfurt am Main from £13. 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Essen to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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 Essen and Frankfurt am Main
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Lindos
- Zur Platte
- Arman Döner
- McDreams
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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