The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$251
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
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 $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $251.
It's difficult to get from London to Frankfurt without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, and a train costs an average of €203.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€203 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest |
8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Frankfurt train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Frankfurt trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:01 PM London | 6h30 | 7:31 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:04 PM London | 6h27 | 9:31 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:34 PM London | 13h57 | 9:31 AM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 7:04 AM London | 6h27 | 1:31 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:01 AM London | 6h30 | 3:31 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:04 AM London | 6h36 | 5:40 PM Frankfurt (main) Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London to Frankfurt by train or bus
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Why should you book London to Frankfurt trains with Omio?
Eurostar operates all train services from London to Frankfurt. Omio is the only official third party seller for Eurostar tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Eurostar with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Frankfurt.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Eurostar tickets can only be bought on Omio or Eurostar's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Eurostar tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Eurostar tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Frankfurt.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Frankfurt
Trains from London to Frankfurt run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $253 (€203) but you can travel from only $80 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 396 miles (638 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $253 (€203) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 19:34 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Frankfurt trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Frankfurt from $80 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
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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