- Must visit
Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s premier fine art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
RJ 86 · ICE 528
RJ 86 · ICE 528
RJ 86 · ICE 528
RJ 86 · ICE 528Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $165.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price |
10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 36m Average total duration 18h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $161 (€130) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $238 (€192).
A bus is $259 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $336 (€272).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 19m.
Bus takes on average 18h 6m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 86 · ICE 528 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h27 | 8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 86 · ICE 528 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h10 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€73) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average train duration 10h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€73) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 10m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Riverside museum district on both banks of the Main, ideal for walking, architecture, and cultural stops. One of Frankfurt’s signature urban areas.
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Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, but supermarkets and transit stay reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually by telling the total when paying.
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