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Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s premier fine art museum with major European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice on the Museumsufer and one of the city’s cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
375 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
It's difficult to get from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
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37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
IC 528 · ICE 123
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 233 miles (375 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Groningen to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $93 (€75).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 11m.
Tickets start at around $93 (€75) compared to roughly $104 (€84) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 5h 40m versus 5h 4m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
37819 · Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 579 | On time 7:57 AM Groningen Europapark | 7h17 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 579 | On time 8:10 AM Groningen | 7h04 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 528 · ICE 123 | On time 8:18 AM Groningen station | 6h09 | 2:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:05 AM Groningen Europapark | 5h22 | 2:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 7h03 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 5h17 | 2:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229 | On time 9:18 AM Groningen station | 6h55 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:18 AM Groningen station | 5h09 | 2:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 6134 · IC 17931 · 20211 · ICE 109 | On time 9:32 AM Groningen station | 6h41 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE 6134 · IC 17931 · 20211 · ICE 109 | On time 9:35 AM Groningen Europapark | 6h38 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 1:30 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 12h30 | 2:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:50 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h10 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Groningen to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (375 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 233 miles (375 km) |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, usually by telling the total when paying.
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