Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

53 m

Average duration

1 h

Trains per day

4

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Ludwigshafen on Fri, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.

FlixTrain
03:34PM1h00
Frankfurt am Main
04:34PMLudwigshafen
$71One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
08:05AM1h04
Frankfurt am Main
09:09AMLudwigshafen
$271One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:56AM0h53
Frankfurt am Main
08:49AMLudwigshafen
$271One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:05AM1h04
Frankfurt am Main
08:09AMLudwigshafen
$271One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Bus

€19

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

1h 28m

Average duration

Fastest

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average duration

1h 22m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday, June 19
Last updated at 6:12 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 913 · S 2
Delayed
6:33 AM 6:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h53
7:01 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRE 4491
On time
6:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
8:08 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 513 · S 3
Delayed
7:06 AM 6:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h44
7:35 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 9556 · RE 4756
On time
6:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0h54
7:50 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 571 · S 3
Delayed
7:07 AM 7:05 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h04
8:09 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 571 · S 3
On time
7:24 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h45
8:09 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 103 · S 3
Delayed
7:55 AM 7:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h44
8:35 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 915 · S 6
On time
8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h41
8:49 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance
45 miles (73 km)
Average train duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
34m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV and České dráhy from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen trains

Travel between Frankfurt am Main and Ludwigshafen from $6 (€5) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, TGV and České dráhy! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train.

Train information from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 21 a day

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

Frankfurt am Main
Ludwigshafen
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
The major train station for arrivals in Ludwigshafen is Ludwigshafen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ludwigshafen Hbf for your journey to Ludwigshafen from Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • ESV-Gaststätte
  • Reiwa Ramen
  • Marly
Hotel
Hotel
  • ESV-Gaststätte
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Dining
Dining
  • Tokyo
  • Agra Mahal
  • Mister Meal
  • Asien Palast
Hotel
Hotel
  • Europa Hotel
  • B&B Hôtel
  • Hotel Regina
  • RheinCity Hotel
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