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Van Abbemuseum
Leading contemporary art museum with works by major modern and postwar artists. A key cultural stop in Eindhoven for architecture and exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Eindhoven on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven:
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven costing on average $80 (€64).
Other travel options to Eindhoven take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 33m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (3h 21m by train vs 3h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€64) compared to roughly $74 (€60) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 128 · IC 2745 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 1:59 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 202 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 1:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h11 | 3:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 612 · 20076 · IC 3552 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h31 | 2:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 926 · 10618 · 20080 | 11:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h11 | 4:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 126 · IC 2753 | 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h13 | 3:59 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 20078 · IC 3556 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 3:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 1645 · 10620 · 20082 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h11 | 5:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 610 · 20080 · IC 3560 | 1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h26 | 4:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
4258 · ICE 1228 · 10622 · 20084 | 1:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h17 | 6:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1517 · ICE 720 · 20086 · IC 3572 | On time 1:35 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h06 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 720 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h56 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 124 · IC 2761 | On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h11 | 5:59 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · 20082 · IC 3564 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 5:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518 · 20084 · IC 3568 | On time 3:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 6:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
4260 · ICE 28 · 10626 · 20088 | 3:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h17 | 8:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 626 · 20090 · IC 3580 | 3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h56 | 9:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 122 · IC 2769 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h11 | 7:59 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 516 · 20088 · IC 3576 | On time 5:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 8:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
4262 · ICE 1224 · 10630 · Bus RE13 | 5:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h47 | 11:11 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 224 · IC 2977 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h10 | 9:59 PM Eindhoven station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 104 · 20090 · IC 3580 | On time 6:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h30 | 9:41 PM Eindhoven station | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 620 · 26436 · Bus RE13 | 6:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h16 | 1:01 AM Eindhoven station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 10 · 10834 · 26432 · 18970 | On time 6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h14 | 11:02 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 514 · 10630 · Bus RE13 · IC 3586 | On time 7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h01 | 11:11 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 6:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 4h42 | 11:41 AM Eindhoven | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Eindhoven run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Leading contemporary art museum with works by major modern and postwar artists. A key cultural stop in Eindhoven for architecture and exhibitions.
Museum of the Eindhoven vehicle maker, showing classic trucks, cars, prototypes and the company’s industrial history. Popular with families and transport fans.
Compact museum on the origins of Philips in the city center, covering lightbulbs, innovation and Eindhoven’s growth into a design and technology hub.
Former Philips industrial district turned into Eindhoven’s trendiest creative quarter, known for design, street art, events and photogenic architecture.
Central square near the station, framed by modern architecture including De Blob. A major meeting point and gateway to the city center.
Large green recreational area south of the center with walking paths, sports facilities and access to the preHistorisch Dorp area.
A North Brabant classic of soft white bread baked around seasoned minced meat. It is one of the region’s most iconic snacks and common in bakeries around Eindhoven.
A famous pastry from nearby ’s-Hertogenbosch: a large choux bun filled with whipped cream and coated in dark chocolate. Widely loved across Brabant, including Eindhoven.
White asparagus, a spring specialty in Brabant, typically served with ham, egg, butter sauce, and potatoes. The region is known for excellent seasonal asparagus.
Distinctive intimate restaurant focused on vegetable-driven fine dining. A strong choice for creative vegetarian cooking in a relaxed, thoughtful setting.
Well-known upscale restaurant in a historic setting, respected for creative seasonal menus and a calm, classic ambiance near the water.
Established fine-dining restaurant in Eindhoven known for refined modern cuisine, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere. Suitable for a special evening out.
Moderate by Dutch standards. Budget meals are manageable, but hotels and restaurant dinners cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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