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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr366
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr448
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 19
7
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around kr448 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr366.
It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least once.
S9 · ICE 515 · ICE 278:20 AM3h39Essen Hbf11:59 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr3661One-way2 transfers- S6 · ICE 6218:18 AM2h21Essen Hbf10:39 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4141One-way1 transfer
- S6 · 26810 · ICE 138:48 AM2h25Essen Hbf11:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4141One-way2 transfers
- S9 · 26410 · ICE 2178:20 AM2h35Essen Hbf10:55 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4541One-way2 transfers
- 63604 · ICE 1218:04 AM2h09Essen Hbf10:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4541One-way1 transfer
- 63624 · 26810 · ICE 139:04 AM2h09Essen Hbf11:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr5411One-way2 transfers
- 63604 · ICE 1218:04 AM2h09Essen Hbf10:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4541One-way1 transfer
- S6 · ICE 6218:18 AM2h21Essen Hbf10:39 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4141One-way1 transfer
- S6 · 26810 · ICE 138:48 AM2h25Essen Hbf11:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4141One-way2 transfers
- S9 · ICE 5158:20 AM2h29Essen Hbf10:49 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance stationkr4941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr282 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr282, while a flight costs an average of kr1917.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr464 Average price | kr282 Average price Cheapest | kr1917 Average price | kr291 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is kr182 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average kr464.
A bus is kr1635 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average kr1917.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 8m.
Bus takes on average 7h 37m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (2h 8m by train vs 2h 20m by car). Tickets start at around kr464 compared to roughly kr291 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 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
Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63604 · ICE 121 | On time 8:04 AM Essen Hbf | 2h09 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · ICE 621 | On time 8:18 AM Essen Hbf | 2h21 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 515 | On time 8:20 AM Essen Hbf | 2h29 | 10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 515 · ICE 27 | On time 8:20 AM Essen Hbf | 3h39 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · 26410 · ICE 217 | On time 8:20 AM Essen Hbf | 2h35 | 10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 8:48 AM Essen Hbf | 2h25 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 63624 · 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:04 AM Essen Hbf | 2h09 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr119 but you can travel from only kr103 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 10:36. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price kr119 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:36 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport from kr103. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Essen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Essen Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf 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 Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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