- Must visit
Städel Museum
One of Germany’s leading art museums, with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges 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 Bruges to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Bruges to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · ICE 929
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · ICE 929
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · IC 2242
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · IC 2242
IC 2818 · ICE 319
IC 2808 · ICE 15
IC 2812 · ICE 17
IC 2810 · ICE 315
IC 2814 · ICE 317
IC 2816 · ICE 19Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Frankfurt am Main 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 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $118.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $311 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Bruges to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $122 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $166 (€134).
A bus is $266 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $311 (€252).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (4h 16m by train vs 5h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $166 (€134) compared to roughly $94 (€76) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 2804 · ICE 11 · IC 1940 · 4756 | 5:11 AM Bruges station | 6h12 | 11:23 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2804 · ICE 11 · IC 1940 · S8 | 5:11 AM Bruges station | 6h17 | 11:28 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
IC 2804 · ICE 11 | On time 5:11 AM Bruges station | 4h16 | 9:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2804 · ICE 11 | On time 5:11 AM Bruges station | 4h02 | 9:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2806 · ICE 13 | On time 7:11 AM Bruges station | 4h02 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2806 · ICE 13 · IC 2013 · 4490 | 7:11 AM Bruges station | 6h12 | 1:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2806 · ICE 13 | On time 7:11 AM Bruges station | 4h16 | 11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1644 · 4492 | 9:11 AM Bruges station | 6h12 | 3:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 | On time 9:11 AM Bruges station | 4h02 | 1:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 | On time 9:11 AM Bruges station | 4h16 | 1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 | On time 11:11 AM Bruges station | 4h16 | 3:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 | On time 11:11 AM Bruges station | 4h02 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · IC 1946 · 29693 | 11:11 AM Bruges station | 6h12 | 5:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2812 · ICE 17 · IC 1948 · 29695 | 1:11 PM Bruges station | 6h12 | 7:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2812 · ICE 17 | On time 1:11 PM Bruges station | 4h02 | 5:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2812 · ICE 17 | On time 1:11 PM Bruges station | 4h16 | 5:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · ICE 929 | On time 2:11 PM Bruges station | 5h48 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · 28526 · ICE 727 | On time 2:11 PM Bruges station | 4h40 | 6:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · ICE 929 | On time 2:11 PM Bruges station | 6h02 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · ICE 613 | On time 2:11 PM Bruges station | 4h38 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2813 · ICE 1113 · 28526 · ICE 727 | On time 2:11 PM Bruges station | 4h28 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 | On time 3:11 PM Bruges station | 4h16 | 7:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 | On time 3:11 PM Bruges station | 4h02 | 7:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 1640 · 4498 | 3:11 PM Bruges station | 6h12 | 9:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 | On time 5:11 PM Bruges station | 4h02 | 9:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · IC 2242 | On time 5:11 PM Bruges station | 5h48 | 10:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 | On time 5:11 PM Bruges station | 4h16 | 9:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2816 · ICE 19 · IC 2242 | On time 5:11 PM Bruges station | 6h02 | 11:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2818 · ICE 319 | Delayed 7:11 PM Bruges station | 4h18 | 9:30 PM 9:30 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2818 · ICE 319 | On time 7:11 PM Bruges station | 4h32 | 11:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 520 · 18981 · Bus RE18 · S19 | On time 8:58 PM Bruges station | 8h50 | 5:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 520 · 18981 · Bus RE18 · S19 | On time 8:58 PM Bruges station | 8h38 | 5:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4 transfers | |
IC 520 · 18981 · Bus RE18 · S19 | 8:58 PM Bruges station | 9h36 | 6:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5 transfers | |
IC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513 | On time 11:15 PM Bruges station | 9h34 | 8:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
IC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513 | 11:15 PM Bruges station | 10h11 | 9:26 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 · ICE 513 | 11:15 PM Bruges station | 10h03 | 9:18 AM Frankfurt South station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Bruges to Frankfurt am Main run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 3:11 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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One of Germany’s leading art museums, with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Major exhibition hall for temporary art shows, especially popular for high-profile international exhibitions in the old town area.
A favorite for families and science lovers, famous for dinosaur skeletons and extensive natural history collections.
Frankfurt’s historic central square, rebuilt with traditional character and surrounded by major sights, making it the city’s classic starting point.
The rebuilt old town quarter blends reconstructed timber houses, museums, shops, and lanes that have become highly popular with visitors.
A top skyline viewpoint that has become especially popular for sunset photos and sweeping views over the financial district.
A cold herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, traditionally served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s best-known regional specialties.
Frankfurt’s traditional tart apple wine, usually served in a ribbed glass. It is the city’s signature drink and central to local tavern culture.
A thin smoked pork sausage with protected regional status, typically served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. It is a classic Frankfurt snack.
One of Frankfurt’s best-known fine dining restaurants, offering refined modern cuisine in an elegant setting near the Palmengarten.
A long-established local tavern serving Hessian comfort food and apple wine. It is popular for an authentic neighborhood atmosphere and reliable regional dishes.
Frankfurt’s iconic indoor market hall with many established stalls for local sausages, cheeses, pastries, and casual regional bites in a lively setting.
Prices are high by German standards, especially hotels and dining in the centre, but transit and bakeries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Little or no tip is fine for counter service.
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