The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Trier
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Trier 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 Trier will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Trier without transferring at least once.
ICE 9556 · 41178:53 AM3h34Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:27 PMTrier Hbf$351One-way1 transfer
S8 · ICE 9556 · 41178:30 AM3h57Frankfurt am Main Flughafen12:27 PMTrier Hbf$351One-way2 transfers
ICE 926 · 1212611:59 AM3h23Frankfurt Airport long-distance station3:22 PMTrier Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
ICE 926 · 1212611:43 AM3h39Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3:22 PMTrier Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
S8 · ICE 1645 · 1212812:30 PM3h50Frankfurt am Main Flughafen4:20 PMTrier Hbf$511One-way2 transfers
ICE 1228 · 51061:59 PM2h45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:44 PMTrier Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
ICE 1228 · 51061:43 PM3h01Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:44 PMTrier Hbf$511One-way1 transfer
4254 · 41109:24 AM3h06Frankfurt am Main Flughafen12:30 PMTrier Hbf$631One-way1 transfer
4256 · 411411:24 AM3h06Frankfurt am Main Flughafen2:30 PMTrier Hbf$631One-way1 transfer
4258 · 41181:24 PM3h06Frankfurt am Main Flughafen4:30 PMTrier Hbf$631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Trier
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Trier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $165.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $488 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 Trier:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Trier costing on average $56 (€45).
A bus is $466 (€376) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Trier costing on average $488 (€393).
Other travel options to Trier take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€45) compared to roughly $35 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.00 (€-16.94). The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Trier train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Trier trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2241 · 12114 | On time 6:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 10:20 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2241 · 12114 | On time 6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h22 | 10:20 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4252 · 4106 | 6:59 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h31 | 10:30 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4252 · 4106 | 7:10 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h20 | 10:30 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1022 · 12116 | On time 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 11:20 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1022 · 12116 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 11:20 AM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29510 · 4117 | 8:24 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h03 | 12:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 9556 · 4117 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h57 | 12:27 PM Trier Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 9556 · 4117 | On time 8:53 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h34 | 12:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4254 · 4110 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h21 | 12:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4254 · 4110 | 9:24 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h06 | 12:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1020 · 12120 | On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 1:20 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 593 · 4119 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 1:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1020 · 12120 | On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 1:20 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 25364 · 29656 · 4112 | 10:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h30 | 1:30 PM Trier Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1654 · IC 1947 · 12122 | On time 10:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 2:20 PM Trier Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 279 · 4121 | On time 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 2:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 · 4121 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h36 | 2:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1654 · IC 1947 · 12122 | On time 10:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 2:20 PM Trier Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4256 · 4114 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h21 | 2:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4256 · 4114 | 11:24 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h06 | 2:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · 12126 | On time 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h39 | 3:22 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 595 · 4123 | On time 11:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 3:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
25014+ 12128 | 11:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 4:20 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · 12126 | On time 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h23 | 3:22 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
29518 · 4125 | 12:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h03 | 4:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 1645 · 12128 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h50 | 4:20 PM Trier Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4495 · ICE 1645 · 12128 | 12:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h42 | 4:20 PM Trier Hbf | 2 transfers | |
TGV 9552+ 4125 | On time 12:53 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h34 | 4:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4258 · 4118 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h21 | 4:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4258 · 4118 | 1:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h06 | 4:30 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1228 · 5106 | On time 1:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h01 | 4:44 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 597 · 4127 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h37 | 5:27 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1228 · 5106 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h45 | 4:44 PM Trier Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 25372 · 29660 · 4120 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h30 | 5:30 PM Trier Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Trier
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Trier run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, VIAS Rail GmbH, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), vlexx from Frankfurt am Main to Trier trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, VIAS Rail GmbH, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), vlexx trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Trier from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
VIAS Rail GmbH
Süwex
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
vlexx
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Trier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Trier 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 Trier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Trier
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Nordsee
- Patat Haus
- Ratskeller
- Zur Steipe
- Hotel Vinum
- Casa Chiara
- Mercure
- Park Plaza Hotel Trier
- Derwisch
- Delikat
- Altes Brauhaus
- La Gondola
- Deutscher Hof
- Handelshof
- Klosterschenke
- Ristorante Pizzeria Da Toni
- Kenner Bäckerei
- Gaststätte am Eck
- Klosterschenke
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