The cheapest and fastest trains from Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 616
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 822
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 698
316 · IC 793 · EC 216 · RJX 890
EC 212 · EC 112
EC 212 · EC 112
316 · IC 793 · EC 216 · RJX 890
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 698
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 616
314 · IC 895+
BRB 79404+
ICE 822Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 625 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£75 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £210 Average Price |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 212 · EC 112 | Delayed 08:30 Ljubljana station | 10h10 | 19:05 19:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
316 · IC 793 · EC 216 · RJX 890 | On time 10:35 Ljubljana station | 10h17 | 20:52 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 210 · EC 110 · ICE 698 | 14:27 Ljubljana station | 11h13 | 01:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
314 · IC 895+ BRB 79404+ ICE 616 | 16:15 Ljubljana station | 13h53 | 06:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
314 · IC 895+ BRB 79404+ ICE 822 | On time 16:15 Ljubljana station | 14h49 | 07:04 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main
Distance 625 km |
Average train duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 10m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) from Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Slovenian Railways (SŽ) trains will get you between Ljubljana and Frankfurt am Main from £23. 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.
EuroNight
Slovenian Railways (SŽ)
FAQs: Ljubljana to Frankfurt am Main train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ljubljana and Frankfurt am Main
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Trg Osvobodilne fronte.
- Restaurant Sokol
- JB Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- InterContinental Ljubljana
- City Hotel Ljubljana
- Grand Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Croatia, and Italy
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Not available
- Tram: Not available
- 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.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 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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