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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£520
Average price
£520
Fastest journey
10 h 33 m
Average duration
12 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1023 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh will cost around £520 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £520.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh you need to make at least 3 changes.
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6:3411h35Frankfurt am Main18:09Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes- 8:3311h32Frankfurt am Main20:05Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 10:3411h40Frankfurt am Main22:14Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 12:3410h33Frankfurt am Main23:07Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 16:3418h34Frankfurt am Main11:08Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 12:3410h33Frankfurt am Main23:07Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 8:3311h32Frankfurt am Main20:05Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 6:3411h35Frankfurt am Main18:09Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 10:3411h40Frankfurt am Main22:14Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
- 16:3418h34Frankfurt am Main11:08Edinburgh£5201One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 £59, and a train costs an average of £520.
Distance: 1023 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£520 Average Price | £230 Average Price | £99 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 47m Average total duration 25h 17m 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
Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 9 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:14 Frankfurt am Main | 18h56 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 10 June | |||||
| 6:34 Frankfurt am Main | 11h35 | 18:09 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 8:33 Frankfurt am Main | 11h32 | 20:05 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 10:34 Frankfurt am Main | 11h40 | 22:14 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 12:34 Frankfurt am Main | 10h33 | 23:07 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
| 16:34 Frankfurt am Main | 18h34 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh
Germany
United Kingdom
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £520 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 15:58, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 1023 km distance in 10h 33m.
Distance 1023 km |
Average train duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £520 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 33m |
First train 15:58 |
Last train 22:40 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Edinburgh from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Edinburgh
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
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