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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 26 trains that leave Saarbrücken for Frankfurt am Main every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 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 21 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 959112:022h54Saarbrücken Hbf14:56Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£161One-way2 changes- 12529 · S2 · ICE 21013:022h47Saarbrücken Hbf15:49Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£361One-way2 changes
- 12513 · 29654 · 29561 · ICE 257:002h59Saarbrücken Hbf9:59Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£381One-way3 changes
- 12529 · S2 · ICE 91613:022h36Saarbrücken Hbf15:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£411One-way2 changes
- 4108 · ICE 37012:472h22Saarbrücken Hbf15:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£411One-way1 change
TGV 955110:582h02Saarbrücken Hbf13:00Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£631One-way0 changes- ICE 563 · ICE 7728:272h13Saarbrücken Hbf10:40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£501One-way1 change
- 4102 · ICE 2009:472h21Saarbrücken Hbf12:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£581One-way1 change
- 4110 · ICE 10613:472h21Saarbrücken Hbf16:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way1 change
- 4108 · ICE 51812:472h21Saarbrücken Hbf15:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 157 km
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Live departures
Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4108 · ICE 518 | On time 12:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| 29519 | 12:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h43 | 15:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12529 · S2 · ICE 916 | On time 13:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h36 | 15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
12529 · S2 · ICE 916+ 24343 | 13:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h56 | 15:58 Frankfurt South station | 3 changes | |
| 12529 · S2+TGV 9583 | Delayed 13:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h58 | 14:11 14:11Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 4110 · ICE 106 | On time 13:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 16:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 29521 | 13:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h29 | 16:20 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4114 · ICE 594 | Delayed 15:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 16:28 16:28Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4114 · ICE 104 | On time 15:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 29525 | 15:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h29 | 18:20 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 29525 | 15:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h45 | 18:36 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4116 · ICE 514 | On time 16:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 4116 · ICE 276 | On time 16:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 19:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 29527 | 16:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 19:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 29527 | 16:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h43 | 19:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12537 · S2 · ICE 116 | On time 17:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h47 | 19:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 9557 | On time 20:59 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h04 | 23:03 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 9557 · ICE 510 | On time 20:59 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h09 | 23:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 4132 · IC 60409 | 21:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h38 | 0:25 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| 29535 · S8 | 21:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h07 | 0:58 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
| 29535 · S8 | 21:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h22 | 1:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| 29507 | 6:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 29507 | 6:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h43 | 9:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12513 · 29654 · 29561 · ICE 25 | On time 7:00 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h59 | 9:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| 4146 · ICE 692 | On time 7:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 10:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4146 · ICE 202 | On time 7:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 10:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 29509 · 4257 | 7:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h43 | 10:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 563 · ICE 612 | On time 8:27 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h41 | 11:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 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 | 2h43 | 11:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 29511 | 8:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h00 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12521 · 29656 · 29565 · ICE 27 | On time 9:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h57 | 11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| 4102 · ICE 690 | On time 9:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h22 | 12:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4102 · ICE 200 | On time 9:47 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h21 | 12:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| 29513 · 4259 | 9:51 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h43 | 12:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 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 | |
| 12527 · S2 · ICE 9591 | On time 12:02 Saarbrücken Hbf | 2h54 | 14:56 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI, vlexx from Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI, vlexx trains will get you between Saarbrücken and Frankfurt am Main from £6. 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.
TGV
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
vlexx
FAQs: Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken and Frankfurt am Main
Most Saarbrücken to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Saarbrücken and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saarbrücken station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Saarbrücken Hbf from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
Getting to Saarbrücken Ost from Saarbrücken city centre
Saarbrücken Ost is 2 km from Saarbrücken city centre. Public transport options include:
Saarbrücken Ost train station facilities and services
Saarbrücken 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 and drink
Food options include: GästeHaus Klaus Erfort, Schubert, McDonald's, Hokkaido
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Ost. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Ost. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saarbrücken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saarbrücken Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Restaurant Bruchwiese.
Getting to Burbach Mitte from Saarbrücken city centre
Burbach Mitte is 2 km from Saarbrücken city centre. Public transport options include:
Burbach Mitte train station facilities and services
Burbach Mitte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Burbach Mitte.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burbach Mitte. Information desks are available at Burbach Mitte.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Burbach Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burbach Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burbach Mitte: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burbach Mitte.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Saarbrücken arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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