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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Oct

Cheapest price on 16 Oct

£67

Average ticket price on 16 Oct

£116

Fastest journey on 16 Oct

3 h 13 m

Average journey duration on 16 Oct

3 h 51 m

Trains on 16 Oct

Distance

332 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht 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 Utrecht will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.

Fast trains

On Fri 16 Oct, we found 25 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht, including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 332 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.

ICE 822 · 20070 · IC 3540
8:224h14
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
12:36Utrecht Centraal
£671One-way
2 changes
ICE 822 · 20070 · IC 3540
8:084h28
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
12:36Utrecht Centraal
£671One-way
2 changes
ICE 728 · 20074 · IC 3548
10:224h14
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
14:36Utrecht Centraal
£761One-way
2 changes
ICE 728 · 20074 · IC 3548
10:084h28
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
14:36Utrecht Centraal
£761One-way
2 changes
S8 · IC 1049 · 10612 · 20074
8:306h06
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
14:36Utrecht Centraal
£811One-way
4 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht

Germany

Netherlands

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 332 km distance in 2h 48m.

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 £16

Distance

332 km

Average train duration

4h 6m

Cheapest ticket price

£18

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 48m

First train

0:08

Last train

23:40

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £16

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 1022 · ICE 128	Delayed 6:02 7:59Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h00	11:09 11:09Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 822 · 20070 · IC 3540	On time 8:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h27	12:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
ICE 822 · 20070 · IC 3540	On time 8:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h13	12:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
S8 · IC 1049 · 10612 · 20074	8:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h05	14:35 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
4491 · IC 1049 · 10612 · 20074	8:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h57	14:35 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
ICE 128	Delayed 9:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h25	11:09 11:09Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 1020 · ICE 126	On time 9:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h16	14:59 Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 128	Delayed 9:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h13	11:09 11:09Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 1020 · ICE 126	On time 9:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h00	14:59 Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 728 · 20074 · IC 3548	On time 10:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h27	14:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
ICE 728 · 20074 · IC 3548	On time 10:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h13	14:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
S8 · IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078	10:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h05	16:35 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
4493 · IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078	10:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h57	16:35 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
ICE 126	On time 11:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h25	14:59 Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 926 · ICE 124	On time 11:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h16	16:59 Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 126	On time 11:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h13	14:59 Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 926 · ICE 124	On time 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h00	16:59 Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 724 · 20078 · IC 3556	On time 12:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h28	16:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
ICE 724 · 20078 · IC 3556	On time 12:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h13	16:35 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
S8 · IC 1645 · 10620 · 20082	12:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h06	18:36 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
4495 · IC 1645 · 10620 · 20082	12:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h58	18:36 Utrecht Centraal	4 changes
ICE 124	On time 13:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h25	16:59 Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 228 · ICE 122	Delayed 13:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h18	17:58 17:58Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 228 · 10622 · 20084 · IC 3568	On time 13:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h55	19:36 Utrecht Centraal	3 changes
ICE 124	On time 13:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h11	16:59 Utrecht Centraal	0 changesdirect
ICE 228 · ICE 122	Delayed 13:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h00	17:58 17:58Utrecht Centraal	1 change
ICE 228 · 10622 · 20084 · IC 3568	On time 13:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h37	19:36 Utrecht Centraal	3 changes
ICE 720 · 20082 · IC 3564	On time 14:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h29	18:36 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
ICE 720 · 20082 · IC 3564	On time 14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h14	18:36 Utrecht Centraal	2 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht from £16. 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

2h 48m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£18

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.

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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VIAS Rail GmbH

About

VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average VIAS Rail GmbH Duration

3h 28m

Cheapest VIAS Rail GmbH Price

£30

VIAS Rail GmbH frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Quiet zone

Complete guide to Utrecht

Things to do in Utrecht

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

Must visit

Het Spoorwegmuseum

Leading railway museum with historic trains, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibits in a former station.

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Recommended

Museum Speelklok

Canal-side museum of self-playing musical instruments, with lively guided demonstrations and ornate historic pieces.

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Recommended

Museum Catharijneconvent

Museum in the former Catharijneconvent exploring Dutch religious art, history and culture in a historic complex.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Dutch cities, but local transport and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or lunch specials.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £87.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht covers a distance of 332 km and takes approximately 2h 48m. Trains run 13 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht is 332 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht leaves at 0:08.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht departs at 23:40.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht run approximately 13 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.

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

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Utrecht is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, and it arrives at Utrecht Centraal.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht 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 Utrecht offers diverse scenery, including views of the Rhine River, charming German towns, and lush green landscapes. As the train crosses into the Netherlands, passengers can enjoy picturesque countryside and quaint Dutch villages.

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

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht

Most Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Utrecht Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht 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 Utrecht

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

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

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 · £1 · 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.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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 · £6

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.