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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 51 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
171 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Achern will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
7:501h51Frankfurt am Main9:41Achern£251One-way0 changes- 6:501h51Frankfurt am Main8:41Achern£641One-way0 changes
- 7:501h51Frankfurt am Main9:41Achern£251One-way0 changes
- 6:501h51Frankfurt am Main8:41Achern£641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Achern
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Achern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is a coach with an average price of £23.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Achern:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Achern costing on average £57.
The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
Other travel options to Achern take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 45m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Achern including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (1h 40m by train vs 2h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Achern train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Achern trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:50 Frankfurt am Main | 1h51 | 8:41 Achern | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:50 Frankfurt am Main | 1h51 | 9:41 Achern | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Achern
GermanyGermany
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 1h 23m.
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 £13
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 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 £13
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Achern trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Achern from £13. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£26
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 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.
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.
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.
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
Complete guide to Achern
Things to do in Achern
Discover the best of Achern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Achern trip today.
Heimatmuseum Achern
Local museum presenting Achern’s history, everyday life and regional culture in a compact setting close to the town centre.
Heimatmuseum Kappelrodeck
Museum in nearby Kappelrodeck showing local history, crafts and village culture; a worthwhile small collection close to Achern.
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Rathausplatz
Achern’s central square, lined with civic buildings and shops, ideal for a short stroll and getting a sense of everyday town life.
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Illenau Arkaden
Historic former institution grounds now used for culture, business and walking, with striking architecture and a spacious park-like layout.
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Windeck-Rundweg
Scenic walking area around the castle ruins, combining woodland paths, heritage interest and wide views over the surrounding landscape.
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Achern train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Achern 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 Achern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Achern can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Achern covers a distance of 171 km and takes approximately 1h 23m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is 171 km.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Achern leaves at 0:45.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Achern departs at 23:52.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Achern.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Achern, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Achern.
The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Achern is Frankfurt Airport long-distance station, and it arrives at Achern station.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Achern offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque Rhine Valley, featuring vineyards, charming villages, and forested hills, making it a visually appealing route for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Achern is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 23m and the distance is 171 km. There are 14 trains available per day.
To fully explore Achern and its surrounding attractions, two to three days are generally sufficient. This allows time to enjoy the local culture, visit nearby vineyards, and explore the scenic Black Forest region.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Achern.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Achern
Most Frankfurt am Main to Achern trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Achern station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Achern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Achern
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Achern leave from?
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern leave from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. The station is 11 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055
City-centre transport
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIce · 11m · £2
Trn · 12m · £3
S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · £5
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) SüdFrankfurt (Main) Süd, Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main
City-centre transport
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:
TrainS6, S5, S4, S3 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~27 min
BusN8 · 9m
M36, 30 · 14m · every ~21 min
Tram18 · 11m · £3 · every ~12 min
SubwayU8, U3, U2, U1 · 5m · £3 · every ~40 min
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.
Which Achern station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Achern arrive at Achern. Achern is 1 km from Achern city centre.
AchernAchern, Eisenbahnstr. 40, 77855 Achern
City-centre transport
Getting to Achern from Achern city centre
Bus423, 400, 7135, 7124, 7122 · 6m · £3 · every ~5 min
Achern train station facilities and services
Achern 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: Schwarzwälder Hof, Sera Pizza Kebab, Dionysos, Café Glatt
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Achern. ATMs are available at Achern.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Achern. Information desks are available at Achern.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Achern. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Achern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Achern: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Achern.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include RatsKeller.
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