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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 20 trains that leave Amsterdam Centraal for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Sat, Jul 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
IC 2745 · IC 3145 · 32249 · 2008512:39 PM6h49Amsterdam Centraal7:28 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$601One-way6 transfers- IC 2753 · IC 3153 · 32257 · 200892:39 PM6h49Amsterdam Centraal9:28 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$601One-way6 transfers
- IC 2753 · IC 3153 · 32257 · 200892:39 PM5h00Amsterdam Centraal7:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$731One-way4 transfers
- IC 2761 · IC 3161 · 32265 · 200934:39 PM5h10Amsterdam Centraal9:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$731One-way4 transfers
- IC 2745 · IC 3145 · 32249 · 2008512:39 PM5h00Amsterdam Centraal5:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$801One-way4 transfers
- ICE 12512:33 PM3h40Amsterdam Centraal4:13 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1781One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1294:33 PM3h40Amsterdam Centraal8:13 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1051One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1272:33 PM3h40Amsterdam Centraal6:13 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1411One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2216:33 PM3h40Amsterdam Centraal10:13 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$901One-way0 transfers
- IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 200778:39 AM5h00Amsterdam Centraal1:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$971One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $96 (€79).
A bus is $221 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $257 (€211).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 7h 28m.
The journey is about 13m faster (4h 9m by train vs 4h 22m by car) and roughly $0.78 (€0.64) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($96 (€79) vs $97 (€80)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2737 · IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081 | 10:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h41 | 5:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6 transfers | |
| IC 2737 · IC 3137 · 32241 · 20081 | On time 10:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h00 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 transfers | |
| IC 2745 · IC 3145 · 32249 · 20085 | 12:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h49 | 7:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6 transfers | |
| IC 2745 · IC 3145 · 32249 · 20085 | On time 12:39 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h00 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 127 | On time 2:33 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3h40 | 6:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077 | 8:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6h49 | 3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6 transfers | |
| IC 2929 · IC 3129 · 32233 · 20077 | On time 8:39 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h00 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam Centraal and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $28 (€23). 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: Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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