1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 12 m
Trains on 17 Sept
21
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 21 trains from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
12527 · S2 · ICE 9591
4116 · ICE 276
4106 · ICE 598
ICE 932
29513 · 4259
TGV 9551
ICE 9553
ICE 563 · ICE 772
4102 · ICE 690
4108 · ICE 370Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 154 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.02. The journey takes 2h 20m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4144 · ICE 774 | On time 6:08 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h32 | 8:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 932 | On time 6:28 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h28 | 8:56 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
29507 | 6:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4146 · ICE 692 | On time 7:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 10:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 563 · ICE 772 | On time 8:27 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h13 | 10:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29511 | 8:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4102 · ICE 690 | On time 9:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 12:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29513 · 4259 | 9:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 12:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
TGV 9551 | On time 10:58 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h02 | 13:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4106 · ICE 598 | On time 11:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 14:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29517 · 4261 | 11:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 14:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
12527 · S2 · ICE 9591 | Delayed 12:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h04 | 13:15 13:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
4108 · ICE 370 | On time 12:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29519 | 12:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
12529 · S2+ TGV 9583 | On time 13:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h58 | 16:00 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
4110 · ICE 596 | On time 13:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 16:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29521 | 13:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h50 | 16:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 9553 | On time 15:00 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h03 | 17:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4114 · ICE 594 | On time 15:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 18:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
29525 | 15:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h45 | 18:36 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
4116 · ICE 276 | On time 16:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 19:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:44, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 2:44 |
Last train 21:33 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Saarbrücken Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saarbrücken 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: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
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.
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