- Must visit
Städel Museum
One of Germany's most prestigious art museums, featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main without transferring at least once.
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9573 · TGV 9583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 283 miles (457 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$276 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $215 (€174).
A bus is $190 (€154) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main costing on average $276 (€223).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 2m.
Bus takes on average 8h 54m.
You'll arrive about 1h 28m sooner (4h 2m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $276 (€223) compared to roughly $150 (€122) 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.
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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 6h05 | 1:06 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h55 | 1:56 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:53 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h20 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:53 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h34 | 4:27 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:25 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h48 | 5:13 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:08 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 7h55 | 8:03 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:57 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 8h06 | 9:03 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 5h34 | 10:03 PM Frankfurt am Main | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Frankfurt am Main run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 16:29. The fastest train covers the 283 miles (457 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 283 miles (457 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€77) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 4:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
One of Germany's most prestigious art museums, featuring works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art.
Germany’s second-largest natural history museum with extensive exhibits on biodiversity, evolution, and geology.
Known for its impressive architecture and outstanding collection of contemporary art.
Frankfurt’s main shopping street, bustling with shops and department stores.
A scenic area along the river hosting many of Frankfurt’s museums along with beautiful views.
A vast botanical garden perfect for leisurely strolls and enjoying diverse plant species.
A cold, green sauce made from seven fresh herbs, often served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A traditional dish from the Frankfurt area.
Thin sausages made from pork, often enjoyed with mustard and bread. A classic dish with protected geographical indication in the Frankfurt region.
A tangy apple wine popular in Frankfurt, typically served in a bembel (a ceramic jug).
Not a traditional restaurant, but a market with various stalls offering local specialties. A must-visit for food lovers.
A traditional venue known for its apple wine and rustic Hessian dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
Famous for authentic local dishes and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere with traditional décor.
Frankfurt is moderately priced, with reasonable accommodation and food options comparable to other major German cities.
5-10% in restaurants if not included, round up on taxis, no need to tip in cafes.
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