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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$55
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$104
Fastest journey on Sep 01
3 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
3 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 01
13
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 13 trains from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 9 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 10144:20 AM3h18Munich Hbf7:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$551One-way0 transfers- ICE 10126:20 AM3h18Munich Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$621One-way0 transfers
- ICE 690 · ICE 2008:45 AM3h23Munich Hbf12:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6109:28 AM3h40Munich Hbf1:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10108:19 AM3h19Munich Hbf11:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10126:20 AM3h18Munich Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$621One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10144:20 AM3h18Munich Hbf7:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$551One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10108:19 AM3h19Munich Hbf11:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way0 transfers
- ICE 690 · ICE 2008:45 AM3h23Munich Hbf12:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$991One-way1 transfer
- ICE 7229:46 AM3h33Munich Hbf1:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $462.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $462 Average price | $1 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $97 (€79).
A bus is $418 (€339) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $462 (€375).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (3h 32m by train vs 3h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $97 (€79) compared to roughly $1 (€0.91) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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
Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 918 | On time 10:19 AM Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 1:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 598 · ICE 108 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 720 | Delayed 9:00 AM 10:45 AMMunich Hbf | 3h34 | 12:33 PM 12:33 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 518 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 3:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 628 · S8 | On time 11:45 AM Munich Hbf | 3h44 | 3:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 628 | On time 11:45 AM Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 3:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 916 | On time 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 3:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 626 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 4:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 106 | On time 12:45 PM Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 4:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 698 | On time 10:46 PM Munich Hbf | 4h55 | 3:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1014 | On time 4:20 AM Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 7:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 822 · S8 | On time 4:41 AM Munich Hbf | 3h48 | 8:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 822 | On time 4:41 AM Munich Hbf | 3h38 | 8:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 614 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 9:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 820 · S8 | On time 5:44 AM Munich Hbf | 3h45 | 9:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 820 | On time 5:44 AM Munich Hbf | 3h35 | 9:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1012 | On time 6:20 AM Munich Hbf | 3h18 | 9:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1010 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 11:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 690 · ICE 200 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 3h23 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 724 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 3h34 | 12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 610 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 3h40 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 722 · S8 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 3h43 | 1:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 722 | On time 9:46 AM Munich Hbf | 3h33 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 2:20 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Munich Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf 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 Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Munich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the München Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich Hbf 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 München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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 and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
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