- 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.
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
84
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich 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 Munich to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 84 trains that leave Munich for Frankfurt am Main every day 59 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 628Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. 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 £19, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 304 km
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£40 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1014 | On time 4:20 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 7:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 822 | On time 4:41 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 8:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 822 | On time 4:41 Munich Hbf | 3h21 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 | 5:33 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 9:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 5:44 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 9:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 5:44 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 9:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1012 | On time 6:20 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 9:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1012+ 24321 | On time 6:20 Munich Hbf | 3h37 | 9:57 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 2592 · ICE 202 | On time 6:42 Munich Hbf | 3h26 | 10:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 728 | 6:44 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 10:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 728 | 6:44 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 10:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 612 | 7:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 11:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 7:42 Munich Hbf | 3h37 | 11:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 726 | On time 7:42 Munich Hbf | 3h20 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2090 | 7:47 Munich Hbf | 3h57 | 11:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1010 | On time 8:19 Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 11:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1010+ 24327 | On time 8:19 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 11:57 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 724 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 12:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 724 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2590 · ICE 200 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 12:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 610 | 9:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 13:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 722 | 9:46 Munich Hbf | 3h16 | 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 722 | 9:46 Munich Hbf | 3h33 | 13:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1094 | On time 9:47 Munich Hbf | 3h57 | 13:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 880 · ICE 228 | On time 10:12 Munich Hbf | 3h25 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 918 | On time 10:19 Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 13:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 918+ 24333 | On time 10:19 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 13:57 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 720 | 10:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 720 | 10:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 14:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2588 · ICE 108 | On time 10:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 14:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 518 | On time 11:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 11:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 15:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 11:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 12:06 Munich Hbf | 3h31 | 15:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 916 | On time 12:20 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 916+ 24343 | On time 12:20 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 15:58 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 916+ TGV 9583 | Delayed 12:20 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 14:11 14:11Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 626 | On time 12:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 16:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 12:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 16:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 626 | On time 12:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 564 · ICE 216 · ICE 576 | On time 13:02 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 16:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 564 · ICE 216 | On time 13:02 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 16:37 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 516 | On time 13:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 624 | On time 13:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 624 | On time 13:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 17:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 786 · ICE 26 | On time 14:06 Munich Hbf | 3h31 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 224 | 14:20 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 17:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 224+ 24346 | 14:20 Munich Hbf | 3h37 | 17:57 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 622 | On time 14:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 18:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 622 | On time 14:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 18:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 2584 · ICE 104 | On time 14:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 562 · ICE 574 | On time 15:02 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 514 | On time 15:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 620 | 15:45 Munich Hbf | 3h17 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 620 | 15:45 Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 19:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 784 · ICE 24 | 16:06 Munich Hbf | 3h31 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 912 | On time 16:20 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 19:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 912+ 24359 | On time 16:20 Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 19:58 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 528 | On time 16:44 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 20:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 528 | On time 16:44 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 20:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 592 · ICE 102 | On time 16:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 20:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 592 | On time 16:45 Munich Hbf | 3h24 | 20:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 512 | On time 17:28 Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 21:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 526 | 17:46 Munich Hbf | 3h16 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 526 | 17:46 Munich Hbf | 3h33 | 21:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 782 · ICE 22 | 18:11 Munich Hbf | 3h26 | 21:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 910 | On time 18:19 Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 21:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 910+ 24367 | On time 18:19 Munich Hbf | 3h39 | 21:58 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
ICE 524 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 22:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 524 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 22:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 590 | On time 18:45 Munich Hbf | 3h24 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 590 · ICE 100 | On time 18:45 Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 22:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ICE 522 | 19:45 Munich Hbf | 3h37 | 23:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 522 | 19:45 Munich Hbf | 3h20 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 520 · S8 | On time 20:11 Munich Hbf | 4h18 | 0:29 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 520 | On time 20:11 Munich Hbf | 3h52 | 0:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 990 | On time 20:45 Munich Hbf | 3h30 | 0:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 990 · S9 | On time 20:45 Munich Hbf | 3h59 | 0:44 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 698 | 22:10 Munich Hbf | 5h09 | 3:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 698 | 22:10 Munich Hbf | 4h42 | 2:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 618 | 23:39 Munich Hbf | 4h59 | 4:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 618 | 23:39 Munich Hbf | 5h18 | 4:57 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Frankfurt am Main run on average 38 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.
Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.
Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.
Recreated old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, with narrow lanes, traditional-style facades and small public squares for strolling.
Frankfurt’s central historic square, framed by timbered buildings and used for markets, events and some of the city’s best-known views.
Riverside museum district with promenades, major collections and broad Main views, ideal for a scenic walk between cultural stops.
A tart, slightly sparkling apple wine served in a ribbed glass. It is Frankfurt’s signature drink and a staple in traditional cider taverns.
Green herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, traditionally served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s best-known regional specialities.
Pork sausages, usually lightly smoked, served hot with bread, potato salad or sauerkraut. They are a classic everyday dish in Frankfurt and Hesse.
Casual market hall stand famous for Frankfurter sausages and quick local bites in the lively Kleinmarkthalle.
Traditional Apfelwein tavern in Sachsenhausen, known for Green Sauce, sausages and a lively local atmosphere.
Historic cider house serving classic Frankfurt dishes and apple wine in a busy, wood-panelled setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.
Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Regionalbahnhof -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.

Most Munich to Frankfurt am Main trains use the München Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Munich and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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