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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt 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 to Ludwigshafen will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 50 trains that leave Frankfurt for Ludwigshafen on Wed, Jun 17, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 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.
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4:29 AM1h15Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof5:44 AMLudwigshafen$231One-way0 transfers- 5:15 AM1h05Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof6:20 AMLudwigshafen$231One-way0 transfers
- 5:34 AM1h11Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof6:45 AMLudwigshafen$231One-way0 transfers
- 6:05 AM1h16Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof7:21 AMLudwigshafen$231One-way0 transfers
- 6:34 AM1h10Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof7:44 AMLudwigshafen$231One-way0 transfers
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9:20 AM0h37Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof9:57 AMLudwigshafen$361One-way0 transfers- 10:20 AM0h37Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof10:57 AMLudwigshafen$361One-way0 transfers
- 11:01 AM0h37Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:38 AMLudwigshafen$361One-way0 transfers
- 11:20 AM0h37Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof11:57 AMLudwigshafen$361One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM0h37Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof12:57 PMLudwigshafen$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Ludwigshafen take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 19m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $16 (€13) 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 Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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 to Ludwigshafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:17 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 0h44 | 2:01 AM Ludwigshafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:25 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 0h57 | 3:22 AM Ludwigshafen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen
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Trains from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen run on average 50 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:17, the last at 14:05. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 1:17 AM |
Last train 2:05 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Frankfurt and Ludwigshafen from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt to Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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