1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
6 h 17 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse 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 Mulhouse will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £386.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £386 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse costing on average £33.
A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse costing on average £386.
Other travel options to Mulhouse take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 40m.
Flight takes on average 6h 49m.
The journey is about 11m faster (3h 22m by train vs 3h 33m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£33 vs £47). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, TGV.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 18:03 Frankfurt South station | 5h32 | 23:35 Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 0:55 |
Last train 22:16 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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Discover the best of Mulhouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mulhouse trip today.
Major car museum with a vast collection of classic and racing vehicles, including rare models and immersive displays.
Large rail museum presenting historic locomotives, carriages and interactive exhibits on French railway history.
Textile museum in former industrial buildings, explaining Mulhouse’s printed fabrics, design traditions and manufacturing.
Main square of the old town with colourful façades, fountains and terraces, ideal for orientating yourself in central Mulhouse.
Large zoological and botanical park with shaded paths, animal enclosures and gardens, popular with families and walkers.
Historic pedestrian area with painted houses, shops and churches, offering the best atmosphere for a walk through the city centre.
A rich Alsatian tart topped with fromage blanc, eggs and cream. A regional bakery staple, especially in southern Alsace around Mulhouse.
Slow-cooked sauerkraut served with sausages, pork and potatoes. It is one of Alsace’s most iconic hearty dishes and common in Mulhouse brasseries.
Thin bread dough baked with cream, onions and lardons. This classic Alsatian speciality is widely eaten locally and closely tied to regional tavern culture.
Traditional Alsatian winstub known for tartes flambées, choucroute and regional wines in a warm, rustic setting near the centre.
Established brasserie serving Alsatian classics and French dishes in an elegant Belle Époque room. Good choice for a more formal meal.
Popular casual address for flammekueche, regional specialities and generous portions. Lively atmosphere suited to a relaxed local meal.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday café costs stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Mulhouse-Ville -> Porte Jeune, Mulhouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse 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 Mulhouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Mulhouse trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Mulhouse-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Mulhouse Dornach. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Mulhouse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Mulhouse-Ville is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le 17, Le Bistrot du Marché
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse-Ville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Mulhouse, Best Western Hotel de la Bourse, Ibis Mulhouse Ville Gare Centrale.
Mulhouse Dornach is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse Dornach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse Dornach. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse Dornach.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Mulhouse Dornach, Ibis Budget Mulhouse Dornach, Hotel Bristol.
Mulhouse, Rue de Thann (Dornach Gare Dmc) is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse, Rue de Thann (Dornach Gare Dmc) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse, Rue de Thann (Dornach Gare Dmc).
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