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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
$534
Average price
$534
Fastest journey
10 h 57 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1023 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $534 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $534.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least 2 times.
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6:30 AM10h57Edinburgh5:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers- 8:00 AM11h27Edinburgh7:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 10:30 AM10h57Edinburgh9:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 12:31 PM11h12Edinburgh11:43 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 3:00 PM18h27Edinburgh9:27 AMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 6:30 AM10h57Edinburgh5:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 10:30 AM10h57Edinburgh9:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 12:31 PM11h12Edinburgh11:43 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 8:00 AM11h27Edinburgh7:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
- 8:20 PM17h07Edinburgh1:27 PMFrankfurt am Main$5341One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a train costs an average of $534.
Distance: 635 miles (1023 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$534 Average price | $259 Average price | $143 Average price Cheapest | $208 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 55m Average total duration 25h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $116 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $259 (€210).
A bus is $390 (€315) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $534 (€431).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 21m.
Bus takes on average 25h 25m.
You'll arrive about 2h 8m sooner (13h 21m by train vs 15h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $534 (€431) compared to roughly $208 (€168) 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.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 PM Edinburgh | 17h07 | 1:27 PM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Edinburgh | 10h57 | 5:27 PM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 11h27 | 7:27 PM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
| 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 10h57 | 9:27 PM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
| 12:31 PM Edinburgh | 11h12 | 11:43 PM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
| 3:00 PM Edinburgh | 18h27 | 9:27 AM Frankfurt am Main | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $534 (€431) but you can travel from only $88 (€71) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 15:29, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 635 miles (1023 km) distance in 10h 57m.
Distance 635 miles (1023 km) |
Average train duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $534 (€431) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 57m |
First train 3:29 PM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main from $88 (€71). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Frankfurt am Main
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
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