Trains from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main
The cheapest trains
from Brussels
to Frankfurt am Main
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $ 135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 121.
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The fastest trains
from Brussels
to Frankfurt am Main
Fastest Journey
2h 57m
Average
4h
Trains per day
14
Distance
317 km
Of the 14 train that leave Brussels for Frankfurt am Main every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4h but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 2h 57m .
The slowest train will take 5h 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.
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Journey Summary
Brussels to Frankfurt am Main Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 5 hours 56 minutes | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $49 | |
| Trains depart from: | Brussels | |
| Trains arrive in: | Frankfurt am Main | |
| Distance: | 317 km | |
| Train Companies: | Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Brussels to Frankfurt
Travelers can choose from up to 22 trains in Germany traveling from Brussels to Frankfurt every day. The route is operated by Deutsche Bahn and most ICE (Inter-City Express) trains complete the journey in just over 3 hours. Some trains require a transfer, usually in Cologne. The first train leaves Brussels just after 6:24 a.m. and the last service is at around 9:00 p.m. All Brussels to Frankfurt trains depart from either Bruxelles-Midi, Central, or Congres train station and arrive at Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof. Passengers should bear in mind that overnight trains and some weekend services may take slightly longer.
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Brussels to Frankfurt Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Brussels to Frankfurt when you book in advance
Booking Period | Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day | €112 |
1 Day in Advance | €97 |
1 Week in Advance | €97 |
2 Weeks in Advance | €93 |
1 Month in Advance | €84 |
3 Months in Advance | €62 |
Brussels to Frankfurt Trains: General Information
Travelers can usually offset some of the cost of Brussels to Frankfurt train tickets by booking in advance.
All Brussels to Frankfurt trains are run by Deutsche Bahn.- Some trains between Brussels to Frankfurt are direct, or may require a transfer in Cologne. A few journeys require up to 3-4 transfers. All trains depart from either Bruxelles-Midi, Central, or Congres train station and arrive at Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof.
- The Brussels to Frankfurt train journey takes as little as 2 hours and 57 minutes to arrive in Frankfurt.
- Most travelers book their train tickets from Brussels to Frankfurt1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Brussels to Frankfurt trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 13% cheaper on average to book a Brussels to Frankfurt train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- Brussels to Frankfurt train costs are 25% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of travel.
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