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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£49

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

2 h 28 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

2 h 59 m

Trains on 12 Sept

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 7 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.

7:082h39
Frankfurt am Main
9:47Wuppertal
£241One-way
0 changes
4:342h28
Frankfurt am Main
7:02Wuppertal
£391One-way
0 changes
8:092h32
Frankfurt am Main
10:41Wuppertal
£401One-way
0 changes
7:153h50
Frankfurt am Main
11:05Wuppertal
£541One-way
0 changes
6:423h50
Frankfurt am Main
10:32Wuppertal
£571One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. 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 coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £100.

Distance: 167 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight	Driving
£36 Average Price	£12 Average Price Cheapest	£100 Average Price	£29 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.0kg 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.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal:

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal costing on average £36.

A coach is £88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal costing on average £100.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal is by flight with an average journey time of 45m.

Other travel options to Wuppertal take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 42m.

Coach takes on average 3h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Wuppertal including taking a train, coach and flight.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 42m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	4:34 Frankfurt am Main	2h28	7:02 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	6:42 Frankfurt am Main	3h50	10:32 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	6:59 Frankfurt am Main	3h33	10:32 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	7:08 Frankfurt am Main	2h39	9:47 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	7:15 Frankfurt am Main	3h50	11:05 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	7:24 Frankfurt am Main	3h41	11:05 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
	8:09 Frankfurt am Main	2h32	10:41 Wuppertal	0 changesdirect
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Advantages

Speed

Service

Comfort

Disadvantages

Price

Board bistro

Cleanliness

The train journey from Wuppertal to Frankfurt went well. The train was fast, comfortable and the friendliness of the staff on board was top. The price was a little high, but still better than the price of a comparable car journey. Unfortunately, the on-board bistro was not optimally stocked on my journey. Another negative aspect was the untidiness in one compartment. All in all, I would choose Deutsche Bahn again for this route at any time.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 1h 31m.

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 £9

Distance

167 km

Average train duration

2h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

£19

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 31m

First train

0:15

Last train

23:57

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £9

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), vlexx trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Wuppertal from £9. 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

1h 31m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£19

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

Hessische Landesbahn

About

Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Hessische Landesbahn frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for an additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed

Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration

1h 56m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price

£38

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

3 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration

1h 54m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price

£46

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency

7 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration

2h 8m

Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price

£94

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency

1 a day

vlexx

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average vlexx Duration

1h 47m

Cheapest vlexx Price

£43

vlexx frequency

3 a day

Complete guide to Wuppertal

Things to do in Wuppertal

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

Must visit

Von der Heydt-Museum

Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.

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Recommended

Engels-Haus

Museum and early industrial monument presenting the life and work of Friedrich Engels in the restored Engels House.

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Recommended

Kunstmuseum im Von der Heydt-Kunsthalle

Art museum in a former pumping station showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in an intimate setting.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels are usually cheaper than in Cologne or Düsseldorf.

Average meal costs

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

Tipping culture

Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £36.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 1h 31m. Trains run 19 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal is 167 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal leaves at 0:15.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal departs at 23:57.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal run approximately 19 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Wuppertal. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

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

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

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

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal is by coach, costing approximately £9.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal offers a pleasant experience, with views of the picturesque Rhine Valley and rolling hills, though it is not widely considered one of Germany's most scenic routes.

Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal is feasible. The journey takes 1h 31m, covering 167 km. The frequency is 24 times per day for trains.

Two to three days are ideal to explore Wuppertal, allowing you to visit attractions like the Wuppertal Suspension Railway, the Von der Heydt Museum, and the Botanical Garden.

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

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Wuppertal

Most Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal

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

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Wuppertal 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.