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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€98
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi 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 Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 10 trains that leave Brussels-Midi for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005 · R 500512:20 AM8h29Brussels-Midi8:49 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€701One-way5 transfers- ICE 315 · IC 2546 · 2954312:25 PM4h55Brussels-Midi5:20 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€971One-way2 transfers
- ICE 17 · IC 2508 · S82:25 PM5h03Brussels-Midi7:28 PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€971One-way2 transfers
- ICE 11 · IC 2040 · S86:25 AM5h03Brussels-Midi11:28 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen€971One-way2 transfers
- ICE 3174:22 PM3h06Brussels-Midi7:28 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1001One-way0 transfers
- ICE 3174:22 PM3h06Brussels-Midi7:28 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1001One-way0 transfers
- ICE 315 · ICE 10912:25 PM3h24Brussels-Midi3:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 17 · ICE 2012:25 PM3h24Brussels-Midi5:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 15 · ICE 10710:25 AM3h24Brussels-Midi1:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1121One-way1 transfer
- ICE 11 · ICE 1036:25 AM3h24Brussels-Midi9:49 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€1001One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €294 Average price | €63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €116.
A bus is €262 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €294.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 6h 13m.
You'll arrive about 40m sooner (3h 3m by train vs 3h 43m by car). Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €63 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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.
Live departures
Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 13 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 3h03 | 11:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · S8 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h03 | 1:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 15 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 3h03 | 1:28 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| IC 522 · R 13600 · Bus 5005 · R 5005 | On time 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h29 | 8:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Brussels-Midi and Frankfurt am Main Airport from €17. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Brussels-Midi to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Midi and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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