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Altfriesisches Haus
Open-air heritage museum in Keitum with historic Frisian houses, gardens and exhibits on island life and building culture.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sylt 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 Sylt will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Sylt, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 48 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.

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Sylt run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 534 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 534 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Frankfurt am Main to Sylt.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Sylt trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60470 · 11008 | Delayed 1:14 2:14Frankfurt South station | 9h20 | 11:34 Westerland(Sylt) station | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 8:46 Frankfurt am Main | 7h48 | 16:34 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:02 Frankfurt am Main | 7h01 | 16:03 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:46 Frankfurt am Main | 7h48 | 18:34 Sylt | 0 changesdirect | |
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Open-air heritage museum in Keitum with historic Frisian houses, gardens and exhibits on island life and building culture.
Local history museum in Keitum covering Sylt’s archaeology, costume, crafts and everyday life across the island’s villages.
Aquarium in Westerland presenting North Sea and tropical marine life, useful for families and rainy-day visits.
Wide sandy beach and promenade in Westerland, ideal for sea views, beach walks and experiencing Sylt’s classic resort atmosphere.
Protected dune and heath landscape at the island’s northern tip, known for boardwalks, shifting sands and dramatic coastal views.
Red cliff viewpoint between Wenningstedt and Kampen, especially popular at sunset for elevated sea panoramas.
North Sea oysters farmed around Sylt, prized for their fresh, briny flavour and strong link to the island’s maritime food culture.
A warming fish soup made with North Sea fish, vegetables and cream, common in coastal Schleswig-Holstein and a staple on Sylt menus.
Small brown North Sea shrimps, usually served simply with bread or salad. They are a classic regional catch from the Wadden Sea coast.
Elegant dining on the island with refined seafood and seasonal menus in a polished but welcoming setting.
Well-known seafood bistro in List, especially popular for oysters, fish dishes and a relaxed harbour atmosphere.
Established Kampen restaurant serving seafood and German classics with a stylish island ambience.
Sylt is pricier than most German beach destinations, with high hotel rates and dining costs, especially in peak season. Local buses help, but overall visitor costs are high.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Westerland(Sylt) station -> Friedrichstraße, Westerland
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Sylt.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Sylt 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 Sylt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Sylt trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Westerland(Sylt) station pair, with some services arriving at Keitum. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Sylt 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.
Westerland(Sylt) is 1 km from Sylt city centre. Public transport options include:
Westerland(Sylt) 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: Luzifer, Leysieffer Bistro, Cafe Extrablatt, Siam
Wi-Fi is available at Westerland(Sylt). ATMs are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Ticket office support is available at Westerland(Sylt). Information desks are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Luggage storage is available at Westerland(Sylt). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Westerland(Sylt): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Westerland(Sylt): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Westerland(Sylt).
Nearby hotels include Windhuk, Aubis, Dorint, Sylter Blaumuschel.
Keitum is 4 km from Sylt city centre. Public transport options include:
Keitum 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: Grünhofstuben, Die kleine Teestube, Alte Friesenwirtschaft, Pius
Wi-Fi is available at Keitum. ATMs are available at Keitum.
Ticket office support is available at Keitum. Information desks are available at Keitum.
Luggage storage is available at Keitum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keitum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keitum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keitum.
Nearby hotels include Severin's Resort & Spa.
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