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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€14

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€17

Fastest journey on Sep 20

24 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

24 m

Trains on Sep 20

27

Distance

10 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station without transferring at least once.

  • vlexx
    3:36 PM0h31
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    4:07 PMFrankfurt South station
    141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    12:15 AM0h27
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    12:42 AMFrankfurt South station
    171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    12:45 AM0h27
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    1:12 AMFrankfurt South station
    171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    4:15 AM0h32
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    4:47 AMFrankfurt South station
    171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    4:45 AM0h27
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    5:12 AMFrankfurt South station
    171One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 6 miles (10 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

€11

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

€2

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

47m

Average total duration

Fastest

17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

50m

Average total duration

20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station:

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station costing on average €11.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station is by train with an average journey time of 17m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt South station take longer:

Bus takes on average 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Frankfurt South station including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-8.82. The journey takes 17m versus 15m 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 Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)1:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
1:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)1:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
2:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h24
2:39 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
3:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
3:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
vlexx3:36 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h31
4:07 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
4:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h24
4:39 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
5:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
5:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
6:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h24
6:39 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
7:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
7:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
8:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h24
8:39 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
9:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)9:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
9:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)9:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
10:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)10:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
10:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)10:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
11:12 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)11:15 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
11:42 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)11:45 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
12:12 AM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Sunday, September 20
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)12:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
12:42 AM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)12:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
1:12 AM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h32
4:47 AM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h27
5:12 AM Frankfurt South station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station

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Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 06:27. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 17m.

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
Distance
6 miles (10 km)
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
17m
First train
6:27 AM
Last train
6:27 AM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Frankfurt South station from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
17m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€11
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station 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 Frankfurt South station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €11, while the average price is around €11.
The train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station runs once a day and takes approximately 17m.
The first train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station leaves at 6:27 AM.
The distance by train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station is 6 miles (10 km).
The last train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station leaves at 6:27 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station is by bus, with a cost of around €4.
The train journey from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd primarily passes through urban and industrial areas, offering limited scenic views, focusing more on the convenience of quick travel between major transit points.
Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Frankfurt (Main) Süd is feasible. The journey takes only 17m and covers a distance of 6 miles (10 km). Trains run frequently, with 2 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station.
Since both Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Frankfurt South station are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Frankfurt South station include Stuttgart, Heidelberg, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Göttingen.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Frankfurt South station among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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