Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jun 14

Cheapest price

$78

Average price

$138

Fastest journey

2 h 56 m

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) 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 Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Brussels Airport (BRU) for Frankfurt am Main on Sat, Jun 14, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .

On Sat, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.

09:14AM3h17

Brussels Airport (BRU)

12:31PMFrankfurt am Main

$781One-way

0 transfers

06:13AM3h18

Brussels Airport (BRU)

09:31AMFrankfurt am Main

$1051One-way

0 transfers

07:13AM3h18

Brussels Airport (BRU)

10:31AMFrankfurt am Main

$1611One-way

0 transfers

02:21PM2h56

Brussels Airport (BRU)

05:17PMFrankfurt am Main

$2091One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€109 Average price	€37 Average price Cheapest	€235 Average price
3h 59m Average duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 28m Average duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 52m Average duration 4h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.

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

Bus from $31 (€25)

Distance

192 miles (309 km)

Average train duration

3h 29m

Cheapest ticket price

$53 (€43)

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 56m

First train

05:13

Last train

17:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $31 (€25)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main trains

For as little as $52 (€42) you can travel by train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: $52
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as $56 (€46) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main is $138 (€112); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main train time is 3 h 4 min covering the 192 mile (309 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 4: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 5: 42 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or SNCB for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Frankfurt am Main from Brussels Airport (BRU) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt am Main is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus or flight.