- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kempten (Allgäu) 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 Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.
IC 2012 · ICE 598
3688 · ICE 210
3686 · ICE 1094
3688 · ICE 518 · ICE 370
3684 · ICE 690
IC 2012 · ICE 598
3684 · ICE 690
3686 · ICE 610 · ICE 372
3688 · ICE 518 · ICE 370
3686 · ICE 1094Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $238.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $85 (€69).
A bus is $385 (€315) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $428 (€351).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
Flight takes on average 8h 59m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (3h 23m by train vs 4h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $66 (€54) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3684 · ICE 690 | On time 8:33 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 3h36 | 12:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3686 · ICE 1094 | On time 9:33 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 4h11 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3686 · ICE 610 · ICE 372 | On time 9:33 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 3h36 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2012 · ICE 598 | On time 10:55 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 3h14 | 2:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3688 · ICE 210 | On time 11:32 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 4h12 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3688 · ICE 518 · ICE 370 | On time 11:32 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 3h37 | 3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 15:35. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 7:33 AM |
Last train 3:35 PM |
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Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Popular natural history museum famous for dinosaur skeletons, fossils, biodiversity displays, and family-friendly exhibits.
Sculpture museum in a historic villa, known for an outstanding collection spanning ancient Egypt to Neoclassicism.
Historic square at the heart of the old town, lined with reconstructed timber houses and major civic landmarks.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, popular for its picturesque lanes and heritage-inspired architecture.
Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking and one of Frankfurt’s defining cultural areas.
A cold herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with eggs and potatoes. It is one of Frankfurt’s most iconic regional specialties.
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, or potato salad. They are a protected regional product strongly associated with Frankfurt.
A sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A classic Hessian tavern dish, especially popular with apple wine.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant in Frankfurt, known for refined modern cuisine and an elegant setting in the Palmengarten area.
A well-known traditional tavern in Sachsenhausen with dependable Hessian food, apple wine, and a warm local atmosphere.
A famous Sachsenhausen tavern serving classic Frankfurt and Hessian dishes with traditional apple wine in a lively, rustic setting.
Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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Frankfurt (Main) Hbf -> Hauptwache, Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kempten (Allgäu) 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.

Most Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu) 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 options include: Sushi & Nem, Pizza Royal, Art of Shisha, China-Town
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include BigBOX ALLGÄU Hotel, Art Hotel Allgäu, Green Living Inn.
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost 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 options include: Cafe Zimmermann, Lenz im Hirsch, Sportheim SV Lenzfried, Allgäu Hütte
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Nearby hotels include Landhotel Hirsch, Bayerischer Hof, Berg-Café.
St Mang is 2 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
St Mang 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 options include: Zum Löwen, China-Town, Seinerzeit, San Remo
Wi-Fi is available at St Mang. ATMs are available at St Mang.
Ticket office support is available at St Mang. Information desks are available at St Mang.
Luggage storage is available at St Mang. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Mang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Mang: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Mang.
Nearby hotels include Green Living Inn.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) 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 options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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