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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Apr

Cheapest price

£404

Average price

£446

Fastest journey

6 h 23 m

Average duration

6 h 35 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

638 km

Cheap tickets

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.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to London will cost around £446 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £404.

Fast trains

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+Eurostar9149
    6:3412h23
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    17:57London St Pancras International (STP)
    £4041One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+Eurostar9153
    6:3413h26
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    19:00London St Pancras International (STP)
    £4041One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+Eurostar9135
    6:348h23
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    13:57London St Pancras International (STP)
    £4041One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 316+Eurostar9149
    8:3310h24
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    17:57London St Pancras International (STP)
    £4221One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 316+Eurostar9153
    8:3311h27
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    19:00London St Pancras International (STP)
    £4221One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £84.

Distance: 638 km

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Coach

£226

Average Price

£126

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£74

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Cheapest

5h 27m

Average total duration

4h 57m

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Additional time*

5h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

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17h 24m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to London trains for today, Sunday 5 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 314+eurostar-direct9153
On time
10:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
7h23
17:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 314+eurostar-direct9149
On time
10:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
6h23
16:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 314+eurostar-direct9157
On time
10:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
8h23
18:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 14+eurostar-direct9161
On time
12:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
7h23
19:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 14+eurostar-direct9157
On time
12:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
6h23
18:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 14+eurostar-direct9167
On time
12:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
8h23
20:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 12+eurostar-direct9167
On time
14:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
6h23
20:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
Monday 6 April
deutsche_bahnICE 18+eurostar-direct9149
On time
4:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
12h23
16:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 18+eurostar-direct9153
On time
4:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
13h26
18:00 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 18+eurostar-direct9135
On time
4:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
8h23
12:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 316+eurostar-direct9149
On time
6:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
10h24
16:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 316+eurostar-direct9153
On time
6:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11h27
18:00 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 316+eurostar-direct9135
On time
6:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
6h24
12:57 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 16+eurostar-direct91538:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
9h26
18:00 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 16+eurostar-direct91498:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
8h23
16:57 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
deutsche_bahnICE 16+eurostar-direct91618:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11h23
19:57 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change

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Why should you book Frankfurt am Main to London trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as Eurostar offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Frankfurt am Main to London.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Frankfurt am Main to London.

Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Frankfurt am Main to London.

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 5 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.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to London

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 638 km distance in 6h 23m.

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 £16
Distance
638 km
Average train duration
4h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£84
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
6h 23m
First train
5:32
Last train
23:50
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 £16

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar from Frankfurt am Main to London trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and London 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 Duration
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
£84
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 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

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 1m
Cheapest Price
£383
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

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

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £226.
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to London covers a distance of 638 km and takes approximately 6h 23m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to London is 638 km.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to London leaves at 5:32.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to London departs at 23:50.
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to London run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to London.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to London, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to London.
The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to London is Frankfurt South station, and it arrives at London St Pancras International (STP).
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to London is by flight, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to London 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 London offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Rhine Valley's vineyards, charming German towns, and the rolling countryside of France and Belgium before entering the urban landscapes of London.
A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to London is not feasible as the journey duration is 6h 23m. There are 2 trains per day covering a distance of 638 km.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and London

Frankfurt am Main
London
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Süd for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to London.
Frankfurt (Main) SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Merals Imbiss
  • Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
  • Freigut
  • Holbein's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel am Berg
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
  • Hotel Ritter
  • Lindner Main Plaza
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Frankfurt HauptwacheWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
Dining
Dining
  • Chipotle
  • McDonald's
  • Pizzeria San Marco
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Westin Grand Frankfurt
  • Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
  • Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
  • NH Collection Frankfurt City
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