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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf without transferring at least once.
1:12 PM2h47Frankfurt South station3:59 PMBonn Hbf€401One-way1 transfer- 5:12 PM2h47Frankfurt South station7:59 PMBonn Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- 1:12 PM2h47Frankfurt South station3:59 PMBonn Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- 5:12 PM2h47Frankfurt South station7:59 PMBonn Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf costing on average €48.
Other travel options to Bonn Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around €48 compared to roughly €26 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.
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.
Live departures
Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:12 PM Frankfurt South station | 2h31 | 3:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 5:12 PM Frankfurt South station | 2h31 | 7:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 9:12 PM Frankfurt South station | 2h31 | 11:43 PM Bonn Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 13:12, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 1:12 PM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt South station and Bonn Hbf from €10. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf 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 Bonn Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf
Most Frankfurt South station to Bonn Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Bonn Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt South station and Bonn Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Getting to Bonn Hbf from Bonn city centre
Bonn Hbf train station facilities and services
Bonn 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 and drink
Food options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
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