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

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  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:573h40
    Regensburg
    12:37Frankfurt am Main
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5:383h59
    Regensburg
    9:37Frankfurt am Main
    £571One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    22:507h48
    Regensburg
    6:38Frankfurt am Main
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    10:423h55
    Regensburg
    14:37Frankfurt am Main
    £661One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:383h59
    Regensburg
    10:37Frankfurt am Main
    £691One-way
    0 changes

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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 £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £80.

Distance: 275 km

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Flight

£64

Average Price

£21

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Cheapest

£122

Average Price

3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

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4h 50m

Average total duration

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3h 52m

Average total duration

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52m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn5:38 Regensburg
3h59
9:37 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn6:38 Regensburg
3h59
10:37 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn8:57 Regensburg
3h40
12:37 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn9:42 Regensburg
3h55
13:37 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn10:42 Regensburg
3h55
14:37 Frankfurt am Main0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 3h 40m.

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 £14
Distance
275 km
Average train duration
3h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 40m
First train
0:13
Last train
23:49
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
49 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 £14

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main from £14. 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 40m
Cheapest Price
£27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
11 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.
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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£49
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
2 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 58m
Cheapest Price
£60
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
1 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: 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 275 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is 275 km.
The first train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:13.
The last train from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:49.
Trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 11 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main.
The train station in Regensburg that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Regensburg Hbf, and it arrives at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £14.
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 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.
A day trip from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 40m. However, the train service operates 15 times per day over a distance of 275 km.
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 Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Regensburg and Frankfurt am Main

Most Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Regensburg Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Regensburg 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 Regensburg
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

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

Trains from Regensburg to Frankfurt am Main leave from Regensburg Hbf. The station is from Regensburg city centre at Regensburg Hbf, Bahnhofstr. 18, 93047 Regensburg.
Regensburg HbfRegensburg Hbf, Bahnhofstr. 18, 93047 RegensburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Regensburg Hbf from Regensburg city centre

Bus10, 5 · 4m · every ~12 min

Regensburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Regensburg 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 and drink

Food options include: L'Osteria da Nino, Pritanio, Heuport, Zara

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Regensburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Regensburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Regensburg Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Regensburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Regensburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Regensburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Star Inn, Bischofshof, Münchner Hof, Kaiserhof.

Regensburg-PrüfeningRegensburg-Prüfening, Prüfeninger Schloßstr. 30, 93049 RegensburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Regensburg-Prüfening from Regensburg city centre

Regensburg-Prüfening is 3 km from Regensburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb, Re · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusN6, 1 · 10m · every ~10 min
1, N6 · 19m · every ~10 min

Regensburg-Prüfening train station facilities and services

Regensburg-Prüfening 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 and drink

Food options include: La Villetta, Bäckerei / Café Klein, Cafe Higgis, China Restaurant

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. ATMs are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Information desks are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Regensburg-Prüfening. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Regensburg-Prüfening: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg-Prüfening.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Best Western Premier.

Regensburg-BurgweintingRegensburg-Burgweinting, Alfons-Goppel-Straße, 93055 RegensburgWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Regensburg-Burgweinting from Regensburg city centre

Regensburg-Burgweinting is 4 km from Regensburg city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe22 · 3m · £0.90
BusN2, 80, 9 · 12m · every ~3 min
7, 9, X4, N2, 80 · 20m · every ~10 min

Regensburg-Burgweinting train station facilities and services

Regensburg-Burgweinting has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Meilenstein, Prima Döner, Pizzeria Gelati Italiani, Khoros

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Regensburg-Burgweinting. ATMs are available at Regensburg-Burgweinting.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Regensburg-Burgweinting. Information desks are available at Regensburg-Burgweinting.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Regensburg-Burgweinting. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Regensburg-Burgweinting: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Regensburg-Burgweinting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Regensburg-Burgweinting.

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