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Compare train and bus for Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$58 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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
Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:33 AM Kehl station | 2h05 | 1:38 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Kehl station | 2h05 | 2:38 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 11:33. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 7:33 AM |
Last train 11:33 AM |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kehl station and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $18 (€14). 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 Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Kehl station to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Kehl to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Kehl station and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Kehl from Kehl city centre
Kehl train station facilities and services
Kehl 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: Restaurant Cafe am Yachthafen, Kochlöffel, Alte Zunft, Maï Thai
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kehl. ATMs are available at Kehl.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kehl. Information desks are available at Kehl.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kehl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kehl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kehl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kehl.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rosengarten, Europa-Hotel, Restaurant Pizzeria Schwert;Hotel Schwert, Lamm.
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