Happy Valentine's! New to Omio? Get 14% off your first app booking. Valid until 16/02/2025.
14% discount applied on bookings with a total basket value up to €100.
Valid for first-time customers only
Only available on app bookings
This offer ends on 16/02/2025.
Limit one (1) coupon code per eligible booking. Cannot be combined, transferred or exchanged.
For full terms and conditions: https://www.omio.com/coupon

Frankfurt am Main to London train with Deutsche Bahn

Thu, 13 Feb
+ Add return
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to London

Showing times and prices for 13 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
06:275h36
Frankfurt am Main
12:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
08:155h48
Frankfurt am Main
14:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
10:255h38
Frankfurt am Main
16:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
14:274h36
Frankfurt am Main
19:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
18:2714h36
Frankfurt am Main
09:03London
£2011One-way
1 change

Frankfurt am Main to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity-Express06:27 Frankfurt am Main5h36 12:03 London1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity-Express08:15 Frankfurt am Main5h48 14:03 London1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity-Express10:25 Frankfurt am Main5h38 16:03 London1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity-Express14:27 Frankfurt am Main4h36 19:03 London1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-ExpressDeutsche Bahn Intercity-Express18:27 Frankfurt am Main14h36 09:03 London1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main to London by coach, train or flight

Thu
13 Feb
Fri
14 Feb
Sat
15 Feb
Sun
16 Feb
Mon
17 Feb
Tue
18 Feb
Wed
19 Feb
Thu
20 Feb
Fri
21 Feb
Sat
22 Feb
Sun
23 Feb
Mon
24 Feb
Tue
25 Feb
Wed
26 Feb
Thu
27 Feb
Fri
28 Feb
Sat
01 Mar
Sun
02 Mar
Mon
03 Mar
Tue
04 Mar
Wed
05 Mar

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to London?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to London is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Frankfurt am Main to London.

Train times from Frankfurt am Main to London

Showing times and prices for 13 Feb

Fastest Journey

4 h 36 m

Average

7 h 15 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

638 km

To travel from Frankfurt am Main to London you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
14:274h36
Frankfurt am Main
19:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
06:275h36
Frankfurt am Main
12:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
10:255h38
Frankfurt am Main
16:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
08:155h48
Frankfurt am Main
14:03London
£2011One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
18:2714h36
Frankfurt am Main
09:03London
£2011One-way
1 change

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Virgin Trains
East Coast
Cross Country
Deutsche Bahn

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to London

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £201 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
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
Flight from £22
Distance
637 km
Average train duration
7h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£201
Trains per day
3
Train providers
2
Fastest train
4h 33m
First train
00:25
Last train
23:10
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
Flight from £22

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar trains Frankfurt am Main to London

For as little as £361 you can travel by train between Frankfurt am Main and London with Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Frankfurt am Main and London. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Frankfurt am Main to London with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 29 min
  • Cheapest Price: £361
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

Trains from Frankfurt to London

Getting the train from Frankfurt to London is straightforward and, compared to some journey times across Germany, relatively quick. The journey takes around seven hours, and on the quickest route, there is only one change of train in Brussels. Trains  from Frankfurt and London are also fairly regular, departing from Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof around once every two hours, and they start early in the morning.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt to London?

Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar operate the main route from Frankfurt to London, with the latter taking care of the journey from Brussels onwards. If the budget is a concern, then there is a route with the first section from Frankfurt to Cologne operated by Regiojet. This is slightly more complicated and takes longer, but it is a little cheaper than the faster alternatives.

How long is the train from Frankfurt to London?

Typically, trains from Frankfurt to London take between six and seven hours, travelling with Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn. There is an option to go via Mainz and Cologne that takes slightly longer (eight hours) or the cheaper RegioJet option (11 hours). The lengthiest choice is to take the last train from Frankfurt and sleeping through the ten-hour layover in Brussels before heading on to London in the morning.

How many trains are there from Frankfurt to London?

Across all different routes, there are usually 11 trains from Frankfurt to London every day, starting at around 6:30 a.m. with the final train departing around 6:30 p.m. The trains depart roughly every two hours although there are some parts of the day where there are two in the same hour. On Saturday, there are fewer trains serving this route.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Frankfurt to London?

Departure train station: Trains depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof. Used by over 450,000 people daily, Deutsche Bahn describes it as the ‘most important station in Germany’. The station is centrally located, only ten-minutes' walk from the financial district and famous Eurotower. As in most German stations, there is a good selection of food outlets (including a McDonald’s) and a couple of bars.

Arrival train station: Trains from Frankfurt arrive into St Pancras International station in central London, easily accessible via six different underground (tube) lines and by bus. The station is an architectural marvel and well equipped with nearly 40 shops and 26 eateries.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to London can start from as little as £223 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to London is £223; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Frankfurt am Main and London is on average 4 h 31 min   for the 395 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Frankfurt am Main to London by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to London leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to London leaves at 23: 10.
There are 3 trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to London which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Frankfurt am Main to London train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Frankfurt am Main and London to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 10.
A trip to London from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to London including taking a train, coach or flight.
HomeTrainsTrain Times to London Frankfurt am Main to London train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
More routes, destinations and providers
Currency
Language