Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€28

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€35

Fastest journey on Sep 20

2 h 25 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 53 m

Trains on Sep 20

6

Distance

245 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, including 3 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.

  • Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 1271
    3:35 AM4h39
    Hildesheim Hbf
    8:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 2523
    1:35 AM4h02
    Hildesheim Hbf
    5:37 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2557
    8:19 AM2h25
    Hildesheim Hbf
    10:44 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2559
    10:19 AM2h25
    Hildesheim Hbf
    12:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 573
    6:06 AM3h08
    Hildesheim Hbf
    9:14 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    401One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €75, while a flight costs an average of €171.

Distance: 152 miles (245 km)

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Flight
Bus
Driving

€75

Average price

Cheapest

€171

Average price

€80

Average price

€47

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

1h 43m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

13h 20m

Average total duration

12h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Lufthansa

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is a train with an average price of €75.

This is compared to other travel options from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:

A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average €80.

A train is €96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average €171.

The fastest way to travel from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 30m.

Bus takes on average 12h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hildesheim Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 30m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around €75 compared to roughly €47 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).

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

Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 573
On time
6:06 AM Hildesheim Hbf
3h08
9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 793 · ICE 593
On time
7:21 AM Hildesheim Hbf
2h23
9:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2557
On time
8:19 AM Hildesheim Hbf
2h25
10:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 795 · ICE 595
On time
9:21 AM Hildesheim Hbf
2h23
11:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2559
On time
10:19 AM Hildesheim Hbf
2h25
12:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2533
On time
12:19 PM Hildesheim Hbf
2h25
2:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2535
On time
2:19 PM Hildesheim Hbf
2h25
4:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2537
On time
4:19 PM Hildesheim Hbf
2h25
6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 20
Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 25231:35 AM Hildesheim Hbf
4h02
5:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS4 · ICE 1271
On time
3:35 AM Hildesheim Hbf
4h39
8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

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Trains from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 07:21. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 2h 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
Distance
152 miles (245 km)
Average train duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 17m
First train
6:19 AM
Last train
7:21 AM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hildesheim Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from €22. 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
2h 17m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€22
Deutsche Bahn frequency
13 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.
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FAQs: Trains from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €22, while the average price is around €75.
The train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf takes 2h 17m and runs 12 per day.
The first train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 6:19 AM.
The distance by train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 152 miles (245 km).
The last train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 7:21 AM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by train, with a cost of around €22.
The journey from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is not typically known for being particularly scenic, as it passes through urban and industrial areas rather than picturesque landscapes. However, passengers may enjoy views of the countryside in some sections of the route.
A day trip from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 17m. However, there are 8 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 152 miles (245 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Since both Hildesheim Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf include Cologne, Heidelberg, Stuttgart, Würzburg, Mannheim.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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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Popular train stations from Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Most Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Hildesheim Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hildesheim Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hildesheim
Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Hildesheim HbfHildesheim Hbf, Bahnhofsplatz 1, 31134 HildesheimWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Hildesheim Hbf from Hildesheim city centre

Hildesheim Hbf is 1 km from Hildesheim city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 107, 101 · 11m · every ~8 min
E8, E5, E4, 107, 101, 8, 5, 4, 2 · 12m · every ~16 min

Hildesheim Hbf train station facilities and services

Hildesheim 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: Übersee, Amadeus, Stern Döner, Dorado

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Hildesheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Hildesheim Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Hildesheim Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Hildesheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Hildesheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hildesheim Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Stadtresidenz, Hotel Bürgermeisterkapelle, 1891 Boutique Hotel, Van der Valk.

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