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Staatliches Museum Schwerin
Main art museum in the State Museum complex, known for Dutch, Flemish, and German works plus changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
6 h 23 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin 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 Schwerin will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 3 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Schwerin on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 433 km distance in an average of 7 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 23 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 37 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 to Schwerin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€91 Average price | €157 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin costing on average €91.
A bus is €87 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin costing on average €157.
Other travel options to Schwerin take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 9m.
Bus takes on average 10h 31m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (6h 9m by train vs 6h 14m by car). Tickets start at around €91 compared to roughly €17 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.
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 to Schwerin trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:46 AM Frankfurt am Main | 6h23 | 1:09 PM Schwerin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Frankfurt am Main | 8h37 | 4:35 PM Schwerin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:58 AM Frankfurt am Main | 8h37 | 5:35 PM Schwerin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Schwerin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schwerin trip today.
Main art museum in the State Museum complex, known for Dutch, Flemish, and German works plus changing exhibitions.
Historic half-timbered building presenting local craft, domestic culture, and Schwerin’s bourgeois history in intimate rooms.
Specialized museum documenting Mecklenburg street and light rail transport with restored vehicles and local mobility history.
Formal lakeside garden beside the castle, ideal for walks, photos, fountains, and classic views of Schwerin’s skyline.
Schwerin’s atmospheric old town quarter with gabled houses, lanes, shops, and easy access to key historic sights.
Main market square lined with historic façades, civic buildings, and regular activity at the center of Schwerin life.
Hearty potato soup from Mecklenburg, often cooked with root vegetables and sausage. A classic home-style dish suited to the region’s cool climate.
Pan-fried freshwater fish from nearby lakes, usually perch or pike-perch. It reflects Schwerin’s lake landscape and long fishing tradition.
Smoked eel from Mecklenburg waters, rich and oily with a strong smoke flavor. A traditional regional delicacy served cold or warm.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving German classics and house beer in a lively, rustic atmosphere in Schwerin’s old town.
Established fine dining restaurant near Schwerin Castle, known for refined regional cuisine and an elegant historic setting.
Well-known lakeside restaurant with seafood, fish, and regional dishes. Popular for its terrace and scenic waterfront atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually cheaper than in Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg, while tourist areas and lakefront dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. Tip taxis by rounding up. In cafes, leave small change or round up.
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Schwerin Hbf -> Marienplatz, Schwerin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin 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 Schwerin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Schwerin trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Schwerin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Schwerin Mitte. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Schwerin 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 (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
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.
Schwerin 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, By Ali, Arsenalterrasse
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Hbf. ATMs are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Hbf. Information desks are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Avalon Hotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich.
Schwerin Mitte 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, Arsenalterrasse, Restaurant & Café Ulrike
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Mitte. ATMs are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Mitte. Information desks are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich, Hotel am Hauptbahnhof.
Schwerin-Görries is 2 km from Schwerin city centre. Public transport options include:
Schwerin-Görries 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: See-Idyll, Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder, Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH, Thüringer Bratwürste
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin-Görries. ATMs are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin-Görries. Information desks are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin-Görries. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Nearby hotels include Sport-&Bikerhotel.
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