The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
57
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
IC 1179 · IC 3577 · IC 3979 · Bus RE1821:159h30Rotterdam Centraal6:45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£371One-way5 changes
IC 1179 · IC 3577 · IC 3979 · Bus RE1821:159h48Rotterdam Centraal7:03Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£371One-way5 changes
IC 1179 · IC 3577 · IC 3979 · Bus RE1821:158h38Rotterdam Centraal5:53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£421One-way5 changes
IC 1179 · IC 3577 · IC 3979 · Bus RE1821:158h50Rotterdam Centraal6:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£421One-way5 changes
RE 4074 · IC 579 · IC 3079 · ICE 54020:547h52Rotterdam Centraal4:46Frankfurt South station£491One-way5 changes
IC 2877 · IC 60403 · ICE 61920:504h03Rotterdam Centraal0:53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£911One-way2 changes
IC 2877 · IC 60403 · ICE 229920:504h03Rotterdam Centraal0:53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1481One-way2 changes
IC 2027 · ICE 2258:054h08Rotterdam Centraal12:13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1091One-way1 change
IC 2035 · ICE 12310:054h08Rotterdam Centraal14:13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1271One-way1 change
IC 2043 · ICE 12512:054h08Rotterdam Centraal16:13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£1481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 356 km
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£94 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £283 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECD 9544 · ICE 317 | On time 14:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h31 | 19:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ECD 9544 · ICE 317 | On time 14:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h45 | 19:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1153 · IC 28453 · IC 2753 · 20089 | On time 14:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5h06 | 19:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 1153 · IC 28453 · IC 2753 · 20089 | On time 14:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h54 | 19:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 changes | |
IC 1153 · IC 28453 · IC 2753 · 20089 | 14:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h38 | 21:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6 changes | |
IC 1153 · IC 28453 · IC 2753 · 20089 | 14:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h43 | 21:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6 changes | |
IC 2059 · ICE 129 | On time 16:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h08 | 20:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 2059 · ICE 129 · ICE 1021 | On time 16:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 5h54 | 21:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 2059 · ICE 129 | On time 16:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h22 | 20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2059 · ICE 129 · ICE 1021 | On time 16:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h08 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2817 · ICE 121 | On time 5:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h37 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2817 · ICE 121 | On time 5:50 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h23 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 · ICE 1225 | On time 5:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h05 | 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 · ICE 1225 | On time 5:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h19 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 | On time 5:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h19 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 | On time 5:54 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h33 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2027 · ICE 225 · S8 | 8:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h38 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2027 · ICE 225 | On time 8:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h08 | 12:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 2035 · ICE 123 | On time 10:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h08 | 14:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 2035 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229 | On time 10:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 5h54 | 15:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 2035 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229 | On time 10:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h08 | 16:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2035 · ICE 123 | On time 10:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h22 | 14:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ECD 9528 · ICE 315 | On time 10:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h31 | 15:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
ECD 9528 · ICE 315 | On time 10:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h45 | 15:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 20081 · ICE 721 | On time 10:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h54 | 15:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 20081 · ICE 721 | On time 10:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 5h06 | 15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 20081 · 10625 | 10:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h35 | 17:20 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5 changes | |
IC 1137 · IC 2737 · 20081 · 10625 | 10:45 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h38 | 17:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5 changes | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 | On time 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h08 | 16:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 · ICE 927 | On time 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 5h54 | 17:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 | On time 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 4h22 | 16:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2043 · ICE 125 · ICE 927 | On time 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 6h07 | 18:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main
Trains from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 356 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 356 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam 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
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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Rotterdam to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Frankfurt am Main
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with free parking options nearby.
- Restaurant Alexander
- Brasserie Waalhaven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander
- NH Capelle
- Campanile Rotterdam Oost
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- SIXT
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Utrecht and Rotterdam Central
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 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, 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
- 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
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