The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
74
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.
RE 6174 · IC 3675 · IC 6040319:356h50Groningen Europapark2:25Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£341One-way2 changes
IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 6040319:486h37Groningen station2:25Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£341One-way2 changes
IC 572 · IC 6040319:187h07Groningen station2:25Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£341One-way1 change
37667 · IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 6040319:406h45Groningen Europapark2:25Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£341One-way3 changes
IC 572 · IC 60403 · ICE 61919:185h58Groningen station1:16Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£361One-way2 changes
IC 516 · IC 3617 · ICE 1215:185h09Groningen station10:27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£621One-way2 changes
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 1239:185h09Groningen station14:27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£911One-way2 changes
IC 540 · IC 3641 · ICE 12511:185h09Groningen station16:27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1091One-way2 changes
IC 548 · IC 3649 · ICE 12713:185h09Groningen station18:27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1091One-way2 changes
IC 556 · IC 3657 · ICE 12915:185h09Groningen station20:27Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£911One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Groningen to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 375 km
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6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Groningen to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:50 Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h10 | 16:00 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
RE 6116 · IC 3617 · ICE 121 | On time 5:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6116 · IC 3617 · ICE 121 · ICE 1225 | 5:05 Groningen Europapark | 7h08 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 516 · IC 3617 · ICE 121 · ICE 1225 | 5:18 Groningen station | 6h55 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 516 · IC 3617 · ICE 121 | On time 5:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37411 · Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 577 | 5:49 Groningen Europapark | 7h25 | 13:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 577 | On time 6:10 Groningen | 7h04 | 13:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 520 · ICE 225 · S8 | 6:18 Groningen station | 6h25 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6124 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · S8 | 7:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h38 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
37617 · IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 | 7:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h33 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · S8 | 7:18 Groningen station | 5h25 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 6126 · IC 17923 · 20207 · ICE 107 | 7:32 Groningen station | 6h45 | 14:17 Frankfurt South station | 4 changes | |
RE 6126 · IC 17923 · 20207 · ICE 107 | 7:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h42 | 14:17 Frankfurt South station | 4 changes | |
37819 · Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 579 | 7:57 Groningen Europapark | 7h17 | 15:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 579 | On time 8:10 Groningen | 7h04 | 15:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 528 · ICE 123 | On time 8:18 Groningen station | 6h09 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | 9:10 Groningen Europapark | 7h03 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229 | 9:18 Groningen station | 6h55 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 6134 · IC 17931 · 20211 · ICE 109 | 9:32 Groningen station | 6h41 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6134 · IC 17931 · 20211 · ICE 109 | 9:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h38 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
37827 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 771 | 9:57 Groningen Europapark | 7h17 | 17:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 771 | On time 10:10 Groningen | 7h04 | 17:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 536 · ICE 125 | On time 10:18 Groningen station | 6h09 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6138 · IC 17935 · 20369 · ICE 1053 | 10:32 Groningen station | 7h25 | 17:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6138 · IC 17935 · 20369 · ICE 1053 | 10:35 Groningen Europapark | 7h22 | 17:57 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6140 · IC 3641 · ICE 125 | On time 11:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37633 · IC 540 · IC 3641 · ICE 125 | On time 11:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
37633 · IC 540 · IC 3641 · ICE 125 | 11:10 Groningen Europapark | 7h02 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 540 · IC 3641 · ICE 125 · ICE 927 | 11:18 Groningen station | 6h54 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 540 · IC 3641 · ICE 125 | On time 11:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6142 · IC 17939 · 20215 · ICE 201 | 11:32 Groningen station | 6h40 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6142 · IC 17939 · 20215 · ICE 201 | 11:32 Groningen station | 7h51 | 19:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5 changes | |
RE 6142 · IC 17939 · 20215 · ICE 201 | 11:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h37 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6142 · IC 17939 · 20215 · ICE 201 | 11:35 Groningen Europapark | 7h48 | 19:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5 changes | |
37835 · Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 773 | On time 11:57 Groningen Europapark | 7h42 | 19:39 Frankfurt South station | 4 changes | |
Bus 72016 · 4423 · ICE 773 · ICE 995 | On time 12:10 Groningen | 7h29 | 19:39 Frankfurt South station | 3 changes | |
IC 544 · ICE 127 | 12:18 Groningen station | 6h09 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6148 · IC 3649 · ICE 127 | 13:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37641 · IC 548 · IC 3649 · ICE 127 | 13:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
37641 · IC 548 · IC 3649 · ICE 127 | 13:10 Groningen Europapark | 7h03 | 20:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 548 · IC 3649 · ICE 127 | 13:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 548 · IC 3649 · ICE 127 · ICE 929 | 13:18 Groningen station | 6h55 | 20:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 6150 · IC 17947 · 20219 · ICE 203 | 13:32 Groningen station | 6h41 | 20:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6150 · IC 17947 · 20219 · ICE 203 | 13:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h38 | 20:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
37843 · Bus 72017 · 4427 · ICE 775 | 13:57 Groningen Europapark | 7h17 | 21:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72017 · 4427 · ICE 775 | 14:10 Groningen | 7h04 | 21:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 552 · ICE 129 | 14:18 Groningen station | 6h09 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6156 · IC 3657 · ICE 129 | 15:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37649 · IC 556 · IC 3657 · ICE 129 | On time 15:10 Groningen Europapark | 7h03 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
37649 · IC 556 · IC 3657 · ICE 129 | 15:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 556 · IC 3657 · ICE 129 · ICE 1021 | On time 15:18 Groningen station | 6h55 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 556 · IC 3657 · ICE 129 | 15:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6158 · IC 17955 · 20223 · ICE 205 | 15:32 Groningen station | 7h41 | 23:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6158 · IC 17955 · 20223 · ICE 205 | On time 15:32 Groningen station | 6h41 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6158 · IC 17955 · 20223 · ICE 205 | On time 15:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h38 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
RE 6158 · IC 17955 · 20223 · ICE 205 | 15:35 Groningen Europapark | 7h38 | 23:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
37851 · Bus 72018 · 4431 · ICE 777 | 15:57 Groningen Europapark | 7h17 | 23:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 72018 · 4431 · ICE 777 | On time 16:10 Groningen | 7h04 | 23:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 560 · ICE 221 | On time 16:18 Groningen station | 6h09 | 22:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6164 · IC 3665 · ICE 221 | On time 17:05 Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 22:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
37657 · IC 564 · IC 3665 · ICE 221 | On time 17:10 Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 22:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 564 · IC 3665 · ICE 221 | On time 17:18 Groningen station | 5h09 | 22:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 572 · IC 60403 · ICE 619 | 19:18 Groningen station | 5h58 | 1:16 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 572 · IC 60403 | 19:18 Groningen station | 7h07 | 2:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 6174 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 | 19:35 Groningen Europapark | 6h50 | 2:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 6174 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 · ICE 619 | 19:35 Groningen Europapark | 5h41 | 1:16 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
37667 · IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 | 19:40 Groningen Europapark | 5h36 | 1:16 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
37667 · IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 | 19:40 Groningen Europapark | 6h45 | 2:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 | 19:48 Groningen station | 6h37 | 2:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 774 · IC 3675 · IC 60403 · ICE 619 | 19:48 Groningen station | 5h28 | 1:16 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 375 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 375 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Groningen and Frankfurt am Main from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Groningen to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Groningen and Frankfurt am Main
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Stationsweg.
- De Drie Gezusters
- Mr. Mofongo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Groningen Hotel
- The Student Hotel Groningen
- City Hotel Groningen
- Located in the main hall
- 6500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: NS services to various destinations
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- 80 places, covered
- The station is a small regional station with two platforms and a simple layout.
- Bus: Line 3, Line 4
- Train: Arriva services to Groningen Central and Delfzijl
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
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