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The cheapest and fastest trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
275 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Regensburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
04:223h14
Regensburg07:36Frankfurt am Main
£161One-way
0 changes
06:273h09
Regensburg09:36Frankfurt am Main
£441One-way
0 changes
08:353h01
Regensburg11:36Frankfurt am Main
£551One-way
0 changes
05:483h25
Regensburg09:13Frankfurt am Main
£561One-way
0 changes
08:453h32
Regensburg12:17Frankfurt am Main
£971One-way
0 changes
08:353h01
Regensburg11:36Frankfurt am Main
£551One-way
0 changes
06:273h09
Regensburg09:36Frankfurt am Main
£441One-way
0 changes
04:223h14
Regensburg07:36Frankfurt am Main
£161One-way
0 changes
05:483h25
Regensburg09:13Frankfurt am Main
£561One-way
0 changes
08:453h32
Regensburg12:17Frankfurt am Main
£971One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £78.
Distance: 275 km
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£59 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 926 | On time 07:27 Regensburg Hbf | 3h29 | 10:56 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 926 | On time 07:27 Regensburg Hbf | 3h10 | 10:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 59490 · ICE 724 | On time 07:45 Regensburg Hbf | 3h17 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 59490 · ICE 724 | On time 07:45 Regensburg Hbf | 3h34 | 11:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
 63058+ICE 722 | On time 08:48 Regensburg Hbf | 3h31 | 12:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 63058+ICE 722 | On time 08:48 Regensburg Hbf | 3h14 | 12:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 228 · S8 | On time 09:33 Regensburg Hbf | 3h26 | 12:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 228 | On time 09:33 Regensburg Hbf | 3h04 | 12:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 63060+ICE 720 | On time 09:45 Regensburg Hbf | 3h34 | 13:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 63060+ICE 720 | On time 09:45 Regensburg Hbf | 3h17 | 13:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main
GermanyGermany
Trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 3h 1m.
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
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:49 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, agilis from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, agilis trains will get you between Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main from £15. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
15 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.
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.
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.
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
agilis
About
agilis is a railway company operating regional trains based in Regensburg in Bavaria since 2010. It operates in the German state of Bavaria connecting cities like Ulm, Ingolstadt, Regensburg and Plattling. They offer single tickets and comfortable trains with some popular routes covering Ulm to Regensburg, Neumarkt to Passau and Ingolstadt to Plattling.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 16m
agilis frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 8m
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Regensburg 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.
Yes, there is a direct train between Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
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.
The train journey from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main offers scenic views, especially as it traverses the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and Hesse. Passengers can enjoy sights of charming villages, lush forests, and the Main River, making it a visually appealing route.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
The train distance from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is 275 km.
A day trip from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 1m. However, the train service operates 15 times per day over a distance of 275 km.
The train journey from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 275 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 15 per day.
Booking trains from Regensburg 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 cost of a train ticket from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The cheapest way to get from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is by train, costing approximately £15.
The first train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:06.
The train station in Regensburg that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Regensburg Hbf, and it arrives at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The last train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:49.
Yes, you can take the train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main.
Trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 15 times per day.
There is no night train service from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main.
To get from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main
Regensburg
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Regensburg is Regensburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Regensburg Hbf for your trip from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Tuesday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Wednesday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Thursday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Friday: 06:10 - 18:45
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 16:30
Dining
- L'Osteria da Nino
- Pritanio
- Heuport
- Zara
Hotel
- Star Inn
- Bischofshof
- Münchner Hof
- Kaiserhof
Regensburg-Burgweinting
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Restaurant Meilenstein
- Prima Döner
- Pizzeria Gelati Italiani
- Khoros
Regensburg-Prüfening
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- La Villetta
- Bäckerei / Café Klein
- Cafe Higgis
- China Restaurant
Hotel
- Best Western Premier
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Regensburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
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
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transport options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 kmNumber of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transport options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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