The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$263
Average price
$263
Fastest journey
6 h 23 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Frankfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Frankfurt will cost around $263 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $263.
It's difficult to get from London to Frankfurt without transferring at least once.
3:04 PM6h23London9:27 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
5:04 PM6h39London11:43 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
7:34 PM13h53London9:27 AMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
3:04 PM6h23London9:27 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
5:04 PM6h39London11:43 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
7:34 PM13h53London9:27 AMFrankfurt(main)hbf$2631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for London to Frankfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Frankfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $263. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $263, and a train costs an average of $263.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$263 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 2m Average total duration Fastest 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 29m sooner (7h 32m by train vs 9h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $263 (€215) compared to roughly $24 (€20) 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
London to Frankfurt train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Frankfurt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:01 PM London | 6h26 | 7:27 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:04 PM London | 6h23 | 9:27 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:04 PM London | 7h43 | 12:47 AM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Frankfurt
Trains from London to Frankfurt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $263 (€215) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 396 miles (638 km) distance in 6h 23m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $263 (€215) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 23m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Frankfurt trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Frankfurt from $263 (€215). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Frankfurt 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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