Idstein to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Wed, May 20
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for May 20

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

36 m

Average duration

40 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Idstein 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 Idstein to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Idstein for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, May 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .

On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 46 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 Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    4:52 AM0h37
    Idstein Bahnhof
    5:29 AMFrankfurt am Main
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    5:22 AM0h36
    Idstein Bahnhof
    5:58 AMFrankfurt am Main
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    6:06 AM0h37
    Idstein Bahnhof
    6:43 AMFrankfurt am Main
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    6:22 AM0h46
    Idstein Bahnhof
    7:08 AMFrankfurt am Main
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
    5:52 AM0h46
    Idstein Bahnhof
    6:38 AMFrankfurt am Main
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train for Idstein to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $29.

Distance: 19 miles (32 km)

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Driving

$29

Average price

Cheapest

$9

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main is a train with an average price of $29 (€23).
The fastest way to travel from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main is by bus with an average journey time of 26m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 4m.

Yes, you can take a train between Idstein and Frankfurt am Main.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main 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 $29 (€23) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-19.53 (€-15.75). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 39m 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

Idstein to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Idstein to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
5:29 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:22 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
5:58 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h46
6:38 AM Frankfurt am Main1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:06 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
6:43 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:22 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h46
7:08 AM Frankfurt am Main1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
7:29 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:06 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
7:43 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:22 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
7:59 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h38
8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:22 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
8:59 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
9:28 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)9:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
10:29 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)10:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
11:29 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)11:52 AM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
12:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)12:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
1:29 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)1:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
2:29 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2:22 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
2:59 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)2:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3:22 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
3:59 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)3:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
4:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:22 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
4:59 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
5:29 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:22 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
5:59 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)5:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
6:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:22 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
6:59 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)6:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
7:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)7:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h38
8:30 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h47
9:39 PM Frankfurt am Main1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)9:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
10:28 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)10:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h37
11:29 PM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)11:52 PM Idstein Bahnhof
0h36
12:28 AM Frankfurt am Main0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:07, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 1h 4m.

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
19 miles (32 km)
Average train duration
1h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€23)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
2:07 AM
Last train
7:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
2 days
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 Regio (DB Regional) from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Idstein and Frankfurt am Main from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€23), while the average price is around $29 (€23).
The train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main takes 1h 4m and runs 4 per day.
The distance by train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main is 19 miles (32 km).
The first train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 2:07 AM.
The last train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 7:41 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, there is a direct train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main.
The train station in Idstein that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Idstein(Taunus), which connects to Frankfurt Airport long-distance station.
The cheapest way to get from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main is by train, with a cost of around $29 (€23).
The train journey from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main offers scenic views of the picturesque Taunus mountains and charming German countryside, making it a pleasant and visually appealing experience.
Yes, a day trip from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main is feasible. The journey takes 1h 4m and covers 19 miles (32 km). Trains run 12 times per day.
In Frankfurt am Main, visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the Main Tower and explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for a variety of foods. The Senckenberg Natural History Museum offers fascinating dinosaur fossils, while a walk along the River Main provides scenic vistas. Shop at the lively Zeil or visit the Römer, a historic city hall. Art enthusiasts can explore the Städel Museum, while nature lovers will appreciate the Palmengarten. Delve into literary history at the Goethe House and admire the Gothic architecture of Frankfurt Cathedral.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Römer, Städel Museum, and Palmengarten, while also enjoying the city's vibrant dining and shopping scenes.
Yes, you can take the train from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main.
Since both Idstein and Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main include Heidelberg, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Baden-Baden, Würzburg.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main 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.
In Frankfurt am Main, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations, public transport, and popular tourist spots. Common scams include distraction techniques where one person diverts attention while another steals belongings. It's also important to be wary of unofficial taxi drivers overcharging and to use licensed services. Staying alert in nightlife districts and avoiding poorly lit areas at night can help ensure safety.
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 Idstein to Frankfurt am Main

Idstein
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Idstein is Idstein(Taunus). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Idstein(Taunus) for your trip from Idstein to Frankfurt am Main.
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WifiWifi
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ParkingParking
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ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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information
Dining
Dining
  • Croatia
  • Café Bäckerei Lamshöft
  • Curry Point
  • Golden Lotus
Hotel
Hotel
  • Croatia
  • Hotel Zur Ziegelhütte
WörsdorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Origami Sushi&Asian Cuisine
  • La Strada
  • Forno Freddo
  • YAMA Asia Sushi Bar

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