FRANKFURT AM MAIN to COBURG train from £22 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£27

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£53

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 56 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 1 m

Trains on 18 Sept

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg 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 Coburg will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

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

ICE 929 · 4629 · 4930
20:193h01
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
23:20Coburg station
£271One-way
2 changes
ICE 929 · 4629 · 4930
20:023h18
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
23:20Coburg station
£291One-way
2 changes
ICE 927 · ICE 700
18:193h44
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
22:03Coburg station
£321One-way
1 change
ICE 927 · ICE 700
18:024h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
22:03Coburg station
£321One-way
1 change
ICE 927 · 4625 · 4928
18:193h01
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
21:20Coburg station
£371One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Coburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £56.

Distance: 163 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Driving
£56 Average Price Cheapest	£28 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
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 Coburg is a train with an average price of £56.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Coburg including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-27.74. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Coburg train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Coburg trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
S8 · 4603 · 4783 · 4906	6:10 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h10	10:20 Coburg station	3 changes
ICE 523 · 4906	On time 6:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h39	10:20 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 523 · 4906	On time 6:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h23	10:20 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 1555 · 4911	On time 7:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h27	10:29 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 1555 · 4911	On time 7:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h10	10:29 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 525 · 4908	On time 7:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h41	11:22 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 525 · 4908	On time 7:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h25	11:22 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 23 · 4605 · 4908	On time 8:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h20	11:22 Coburg station	2 changes
ICE 23 · 4605 · 4908	On time 8:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h02	11:22 Coburg station	2 changes
ICE 527 · 4910	On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h39	12:20 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 527 · 4910	On time 8:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h23	12:20 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 1557 · ICE 91	Delayed 9:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h29	10:40 10:40Coburg station	1 change
ICE 1557 · ICE 91	Delayed 9:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h12	10:40 10:40Coburg station	1 change
ICE 529 · 4912	On time 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h34	13:15 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 529 · 4912	On time 9:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h18	13:15 Coburg station	1 change
ICE 25 · 4609 · 4912	On time 10:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h13	13:15 Coburg station	2 changes
ICE 25 · 4609 · 4912	On time 10:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h56	13:15 Coburg station	2 changes
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 3h 2m.

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

Distance

163 km

Average train duration

3h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

£18

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 2m

First train

0:30

Last train

23:35

Cheapest Month

Sept

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Coburg from £22. 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

3h 2m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£18

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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

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What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class

Power plugs
Wide seats
Extra legroom
Quiet zone
WC

2nd Class

Power plugs
WC

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration

2h 56m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price

£59

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

15 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration

8h 13m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price

£51

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency

1 a day

Complete guide to Coburg

Things to do in Coburg

Discover the best of Coburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Coburg trip today.

Must visit

Kunstsammlungen der Veste Coburg

Museum in Veste Coburg with art, armour, hunting pieces and historic interiors. Ideal for seeing the fortress collections in depth.

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Recommended

Naturkundemuseum Coburg

Museum devoted to natural history, with geology, regional fauna and educational displays. Good for families and curious visitors.

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Kunstverein Coburg

Modern art museum in the old town with changing exhibitions in a restored building. A strong stop for contemporary regional culture.

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Euro (€)

Coburg is moderate for Germany, with fairly priced hotels, meals and local transport, and lower tourist premiums than larger cities such as Munich or Berlin.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Coburg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg 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 Coburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £56.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg covers a distance of 163 km and takes approximately 2h 26m. Trains run 14 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg is 163 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg leaves at 0:30.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg departs at 23:35.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg run approximately 14 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg.

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg.

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Coburg is Frankfurt Airport long-distance station, and it arrives at Coburg station.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg is by train, costing approximately £18.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg 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 Coburg offers picturesque views, especially as it passes through the lush landscapes of the Franconian region, with scenic countryside vistas and charming small towns along the way.

A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 26m. However, there are 19 trains per day covering a distance of 163 km.

To fully experience Coburg, including its rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural attractions, a stay of two to three days is ideal.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Coburg

Most Frankfurt am Main to Coburg trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Coburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Coburg 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 Coburg

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Coburg leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Coburg 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 Wifi

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 Wifi

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.