- 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
$85
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
9 h 52 m
Average duration
10 h 19 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen Central Station 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.
ECE 395 · ICE 77
ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 · ICE 573
RJ 387 · ICE 71
ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 · 4441 · ICE 1271
RJ 383 · ICE 7
ECE 395 · ICE 77
ECE 393 · ICE 881 · ICE 1187
RJ 383 · ICE 7
ECE 393 · ICE 75
ECE 395 · ICE 77 · S3Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $128.
Distance: 417 miles (672 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price | $217 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $111 (€91).
A bus is $144 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $211 (€172).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 27m.
Train takes on average 9h 5m.
Tickets start at around $111 (€91) compared to roughly $217 (€177) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $105 (€86). The journey takes 9h 5m versus 8h 42m 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 Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 399 · ICE 921 · ICE 521 | On time 3:53 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h55 | 5:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 399 · ICE 921 | On time 3:53 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h10 | 7:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICL 50067 · ECE 1199+ 81945+ 4441 | On time 5:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h12 | 8:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 · ICE 573 | On time 5:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h12 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICL 50071 · IC 5767 · 11195 · 22955 | On time 6:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h12 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICL 50071 · IC 5767 · 11195 · 22955 | On time 6:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h12 | 9:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 387 · ICE 71 | On time 11:13 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h01 | 10:14 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
345 SJ+ ICE 579+ 1180 Öresundstågen | 2:39 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h35 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
345 SJ+ ICE 7+ 1180 Öresundstågen | 2:39 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 13h35 | 4:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 383 · ICE 7 | On time 5:54 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h20 | 4:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICL 50023 · IC 5755 · 11167 · ICE 771 | On time 6:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECE 393 · ICE 881 · ICE 1187 | On time 7:54 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h03 | 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 393 · ICE 75 | On time 7:54 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h20 | 6:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 773 | On time 8:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · ICE 773 | On time 8:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h42 | 7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 775 | On time 10:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 9:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECE 395 · ICE 77 | On time 11:38 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h00 | 10:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 395 · ICE 77 · S3 | On time 11:38 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h58 | 10:36 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 777 | Delayed 11:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h24 | 10:28 PM 10:28 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 777 | Delayed 12:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 10:28 PM 10:28 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 777 | On time 12:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 12h26 | 12:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECE 395 · ICE 77 | Delayed 12:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h52 | 8:38 PM 8:38 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 397 · ICE 79 | Delayed 1:54 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h03 | 10:58 PM 10:58 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 397 · ICE 79 | On time 1:54 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h04 | 12:58 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 15:22. The fastest train covers the 417 miles (672 km) distance in 8h 52m.
Distance 417 miles (672 km) |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 52m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 3:22 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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