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Museum Kurhaus Kleve
Kleve's leading art museum in the former spa complex, known for modern and contemporary art and its strong Joseph Beuys connection.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Kleve 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 to Kleve will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Kleve without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Kleve run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Kleve trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 1022 · 82264 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h36 | 12:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 822 · 82260 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 11:35 AM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 82260 | On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h23 | 11:35 AM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 822 · 82260 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 11:35 AM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 82260 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 11:35 AM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 2049 · 17413 · 82268 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h05 | 1:35 PM Kleve station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 316 · 26813 · 82262 | On time 8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h32 | 12:05 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
4491 · IC 2049 · 17413 · 82268 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h57 | 1:35 PM Kleve station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 316 · 26813 · 82262 | On time 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h17 | 12:05 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 820 · 82264 | On time 9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 12:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
4254 · ICE 1012 · 82264 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 12:35 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 926 · 82280 | On time 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h36 | 4:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 · 82276 | Delayed 11:08 AM 12:07 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h28 | 3:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1518 · 17417 · 82276 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h24 | 3:35 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 724 · 82276 | On time 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 3:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1518 · 17417 · 82276 | On time 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h09 | 3:35 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 2045 · 17421 · 82284 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h05 | 5:35 PM Kleve station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 314 · 26821 · 82278 | On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h31 | 4:05 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
4495 · IC 2045 · 17421 · 82284 | 12:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h57 | 5:35 PM Kleve station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 314 · 26821 · 82278 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h17 | 4:05 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 722 · 82280 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h27 | 4:35 PM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
4258 · ICE 918 · 82280 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 4:35 PM Kleve station | 2 transfers | |
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ICE 618 · 82248 | On time 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h49 | 8:35 AM Kleve station | 1 transfer | |
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Kleve's leading art museum in the former spa complex, known for modern and contemporary art and its strong Joseph Beuys connection.
Regional museum in nearby Moyland castle with major Joseph Beuys holdings, easily reached from Kleve and one of the area's top art visits.
Baroque pavilion beside the museum campus showing changing exhibitions and links to the artistic history of the former spa gardens.
Large historic park with ponds, monuments and walking paths. One of Kleve's best places for a relaxed stroll and garden history.
Extensive landscaped woodland and park once tied to princely hunting grounds, popular for walking, views and quieter local nature.
Central square and pedestrian heart of Kleve, useful for orienting yourself and seeing everyday city life around historic buildings.
Rhenish Sauerbraten is marinated pot roast with a sweet-sour gravy, long associated with the Lower Rhine and commonly served in traditional local inns.
Himmel und Ääd pairs mashed potatoes with apple sauce, often topped with fried onions and black pudding. It is a classic comfort dish in the Rhineland.
Halve Hahn in the Rhineland is a rye roll with Gouda, mustard and onion. Despite the name, it is a simple pub snack, not chicken.
Refined regional dining in Kleve with seasonal menus and an elegant atmosphere. A good choice for a higher-end meal.
Established restaurant serving Italian and Mediterranean dishes in a polished but casual setting, popular for dinner in Kleve.
Traditional German brewery-style venue known for hearty classics, beer and a relaxed local atmosphere in central Kleve.
Moderate for Germany: lodging and dining are reasonable, and local transit is affordable versus larger tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Most Frankfurt am Main to Kleve trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Kleve station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Kleve train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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 options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Kleve 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 options include: Eiscafé Primavera, Tavola Calda Primavera, Marijoo´s, Botan
Wi-Fi is available at Kleve. ATMs are available at Kleve.
Ticket office support is available at Kleve. Information desks are available at Kleve.
Luggage storage is available at Kleve. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kleve: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kleve: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kleve.
Nearby hotels include Schwanenburg.
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