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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
12 h 22 m
Average duration
12 h 52 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
723 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Fast trains
To travel from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least 2 changes.
210 · 312 · RJ 110 · ICE 69812:5014h02
Zagreb Main Station02:52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£951One-way
3 changes
210 · 312 · RJ 110 · ICE 69812:5014h29
Zagreb Main Station03:19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£951One-way
3 changes
R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 52210:3412h31
Zagreb Main Station23:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1051One-way
3 changes
R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 52210:3412h48
Zagreb Main Station23:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£1051One-way
3 changes
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 52608:4012h39
Zagreb Main Station21:19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£1471One-way
2 changes
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 52608:4012h22
Zagreb Main Station21:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1471One-way
2 changes
R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 52210:3412h31
Zagreb Main Station23:05Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£1051One-way
3 changes
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 52608:4012h39
Zagreb Main Station21:19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£1471One-way
2 changes
R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 52210:3412h48
Zagreb Main Station23:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£1051One-way
3 changes
210 · 312 · RJ 110 · ICE 69812:5014h02
Zagreb Main Station02:52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£951One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 723 km
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13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 32m Average total duration 15h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb 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 03:31
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 78 · ICE 22 | On time 06:30 Zagreb Main Station | 14h07 | 20:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 910 | On time 07:40 Zagreb Main Station | 12h58 | 20:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 changes | |
| EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 22 | On time 07:40 Zagreb Main Station | 12h57 | 20:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 524 | On time 07:40 Zagreb Main Station | 13h22 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 522 | On time 09:34 Zagreb Main Station | 12h31 | 22:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
| R 7700 · 314 · RJ 112 · ICE 522 | On time 09:34 Zagreb Main Station | 12h48 | 22:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| 210 · 312 · RJ 110 · ICE 698 | On time 11:50 Zagreb Main Station | 14h08 | 01:58 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 changes | |
| 210 · 312 · RJ 110 · ICE 698 | On time 11:50 Zagreb Main Station | 14h29 | 02:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main?
The best time to book your train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main.
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from £40Flights
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Overview: Train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main
Croatia
Germany
Trains from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 723 km distance in 13h 35m.
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
Flight from £23
Distance 723 km |
Average train duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 13h 35m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
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
Flight from £23
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Zagreb and Frankfurt am Main from £23. 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
13h 34m
Cheapest Price
£35
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 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
FAQs: Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
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.
A day trip from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey takes 13h 35m and has a distance of 723 km. The frequency of trips per day is 2 for trains.
The train journey from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Austria and southern Germany, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush forests.
The train distance from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main is 723 km.
Booking trains from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main is by flight, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Zagreb that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Zagreb Main Station, and it arrives at Frankfurt South station.
The train journey from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 723 km and takes approximately 13h 35m. Trains run 2 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main.
The first train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:58.
Trains from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main.
There is no night train service from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main.
To get from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zagreb and Frankfurt am Main
Zagreb
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Zagreb is Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor for your trip from Zagreb to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava.
Dining
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- HRK 3
Hotel
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
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 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
Public transport options for Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
Zagreb, Zapadni kolodvor
information
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Süd for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Zagreb.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
Hotel
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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 kmNumber 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
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