Leiden to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£51

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£62

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

4 h 13 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

5 h 7 m

Trains on 05 Sept

7

Distance

370 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden 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 Leiden to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.

Fast trains

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · ICE 107
    8:305h21
    Leiden Centraal
    13:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £511One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
    8:325h19
    Leiden Centraal
    13:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £511One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 229
    10:006h14
    Leiden Centraal
    16:14Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £631One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
    8:327h13
    Leiden Centraal
    15:45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £631One-way
    7 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
    8:326h51
    Leiden Centraal
    15:23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £631One-way
    6 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £173.

Distance: 370 km

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Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£56

Average Price

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£173

Average Price

£76

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 52m

Average total duration

8h 22m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Brussels Airlines

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main is a coach with an average price of £25.

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

A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £56.

A coach is £148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £173.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 40m.

Coach takes on average 8h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Leiden and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (4h 40m by train vs 4h 54m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£56 vs £76). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Leiden to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn11:32 Leiden
6h51
18:23 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
Deutsche BahnIC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · ICE 107
On time
8:30 Leiden Centraal
5h21
13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
On time
8:32 Leiden Centraal
7h13
15:45 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
7 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 200778:32 Leiden Centraal
6h51
15:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3520 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
On time
8:32 Leiden Centraal
5h19
13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
5 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123 · ICE 229
On time
10:00 Leiden Centraal
6h14
16:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123
On time
10:00 Leiden Centraal
4h13
14:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 3535 · ICE 123
On time
10:00 Leiden Centraal
4h27
14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.

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 Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 370 km distance in 5h 16m.

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 £21
Distance
370 km
Average train duration
4h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
5h 16m
First train
0:23
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
42 days
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 £21

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Frankfurt am Main from £21. 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
5h 16m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£34
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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£173
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
6 a day

Complete guide to Frankfurt am Main

Things to do in Frankfurt am Main

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

  • Must visit

Städel Museum

Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.

  • Must visit

Senckenberg Naturmuseum

Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.

  • Recommended

Museum für Moderne Kunst

Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Leiden to Frankfurt am Main train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 370 km and takes approximately 5h 16m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main is 370 km.
The first train from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:23.
The last train from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:57.
Trains from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.
To get from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.
The train station in Leiden that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Leiden Centraal, and it arrives at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main offers a variety of scenic views, passing through the picturesque Dutch countryside, charming towns, and the lush landscapes of the Rhineland. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of the Rhine River and rolling hills, making it a pleasant and visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 16m one way. However, there are 12 trains available per day for this route.
In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, you can take the train from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leiden and Frankfurt am Main

Most Leiden to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Leiden Centraal to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leiden
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

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

Trains from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main leave from Leiden Centraal. The station is 1 km from Leiden city centre at Stationsplein 3, 2312 AJ Leiden, Netherlands.
Leiden CentraalStationsplein 3, 2312 AJ Leiden, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre

Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus45 · 6m · £2 · every ~7 min
54, 1, 2, 3, 4, 169 · 7m · £3 · every ~24 min
54, 56, 3, 4 · 9m · £4 · every ~16 min

Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services

Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.

Leiden LammenschansCentral Facility Building, 2311 VV Leiden, NetherlandsParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Leiden Lammenschans from Leiden city centre

Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus1, 2 · 4m · £3 · every ~7 min

Leiden Lammenschans train station facilities and services

Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

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