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

Average price

$22

Fastest journey

53 m

Average duration

1 h

Trains per day

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.

03:34PM1h00

Frankfurt am Main

04:34PMLudwigshafen

$71One-way

0 transfers

08:05AM1h04

Frankfurt am Main

09:09AMLudwigshafen

$271One-way

0 transfers

07:56AM0h53

Frankfurt am Main

08:49AMLudwigshafen

$271One-way

0 transfers

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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Most popular Train	Bus
€19 Average price	€5 Average price Cheapest
1h 28m Average duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 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

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 913 · S 2	Delayed 6:33 AM 6:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0h53	7:01 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
RE 4491	On time 6:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h30	8:08 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 513 · S 3	Delayed 7:06 AM 6:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0h44	7:35 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 9556 · RE 4756	On time 6:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0h54	7:50 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 571 · S 3	Delayed 7:07 AM 7:05 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h04	8:09 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 571 · S 3	On time 7:24 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0h45	8:09 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 103 · S 3	Delayed 7:55 AM 7:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0h44	8:35 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
ICE 915 · S 6	On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0h41	8:49 AM Ludwigshafen Central Station	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

Germany

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

Direct trains

Fastest train

34m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:56

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

TGV is a high-speed train company based in France with trains between Frankfurt am Main and Ludwigshafen. It operates a fleet of modern, high-speed trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type offers different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The TGV also offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi, and Prem's. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for TGV are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

FlixTrain is a German train company which is part of FlixMobility, the company who own FlixBus. Since 2018, FlixMobility has also offered the option of train travel to some of the largest German cities like Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin including trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen. FlixTrain has high speed comfortable trains with a guaranteed seat, foot space, reading lamp and a luggage rack to store your belongings as well as sockets on most trains and free Wi-Fi for all passengers. The most popualr routes in Germany for FlixTrain are from Berlin to Hamburg, Frankfurt to Stuttgart and Cologne to Hamburg. They also offer trains on the Sotckholm to Gothenburg route in Sweden.

Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train information with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 35 min
Cheapest Price: $6
FlixTrain frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen is $26 (€21); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train time is 58 min covering the 45 mile (72 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen leaves at 11: 42 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen train with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Ludwigshafen from Frankfurt am Main as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 42 PM.

A day trip to Ludwigshafen from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing with a journey time of 58 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen is June.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ludwigshafen including taking a train or bus.

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.

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