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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
$109
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels 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 to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 33 trains that leave Brussels for Frankfurt am Main on Fri, May 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
ICE 319
ICE 11 · ICE 1225
ICE 19
ICE 19
IC 2112 · Bus 82138 · 4118 · ICE 592
ICE 13
ICE 19
ICE 11
ICE 317
ICE 13Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $276.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $458 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg 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 Brussels to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $121 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $166 (€134).
A bus is $413 (€334) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $458 (€370).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 2m.
Bus takes on average 5h 59m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (4h 2m by train vs 4h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $166 (€134) compared to roughly $77 (€62) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Frankfurt am Main trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 522 · 18909 · 26407 · ICE 529 | On time 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h19 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
IC 522 · 18909 · 26407 · ICE 529 | On time 12:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h31 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 11 · ICE 1225 | On time 6:23 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h36 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 11 · ICE 1225 | On time 6:23 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h50 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 11 | On time 6:23 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h06 | 10:29 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 11 | On time 6:23 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h23 | 10:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 505 · 18921 · 26413 · ICE 225 | On time 6:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h17 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 13 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 3h55 | 12:20 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 13 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h14 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 15 · 28518 · ICE 629 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 4h26 | 2:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 1519 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h24 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 15 · ICE 1229 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 5h48 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brussels to Frankfurt am Main run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 91 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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Frankfurt’s famous cold herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually mixed with sour cream or yogurt and served with eggs or boiled potatoes.
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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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