Trains from Paris to Frankfurt am Main
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to Frankfurt am Main
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Frankfurt am Main will cost around $ 156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 118.
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The fastest trains
from Paris
to Frankfurt am Main
Fastest Journey
3h 38m
Average
3h 52m
Trains per day
13
Distance
479 km
Of the 13 train that leave Paris for Frankfurt am Main every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 479 km distance in an average of 3h 52m but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 3h 38m .
The slowest train will take 4h 13m 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.
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Journey Summary
Paris to Frankfurt am Main Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 4 hours 54 minutes | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $66 | |
| Trains depart from: | Paris | |
| Trains arrive in: | Frankfurt am Main | |
| Distance: | 479 km | |
| Train Companies: | TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | ICE |
Quick Guide: Trains from Paris to Frankfurt
Trains from Paris to Frankfurt
Trains in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international train routes. As well as direct trains from Paris to Frankfurt, there are indirect services that incur one or more changes. One-stop services involve a change at Brussels or Cologne. Train services for this route are available from about 6 a.m. until around 10 p.m. every day. There are usually one or two services per hour. The departure point is either Paris l'Est or Paris Nord, while the arrival point is Frankfurt Hbf station. The fastest way to travel by train is aboard the high-speed Deutsche Bahn ICE, which takes about 4 hours.
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Paris to Frankfurt Train Cost
Average prices for Trains from Paris to Frankfurt when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€130 |
1 Day in Advance |
€120 |
1 Week in Advance |
€70 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€70 |
1 Month in Advance |
€39 |
3 Months in Advance |
€39 |
Paris to Frankfurt Trains: General Information
Deutsche Bahn train ticket prices change frequently so there are no firm rules for finding the best prices. Travelers can usually offset some of cost of Paris to Frankfurt train tickets by planning ahead and checking the prices before booking.
All Paris to Frankfurt trains are run by Deutsche Bahn.- Most Paris to Frankfurt trains are direct, depart from either Paris Gare de l'Est or Paris Gare du Nord and arrive at Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof.
- The Paris to Frankfurt train journey takes as little as 3 hours and 39 minutes to arrive in Frankfurt.
- Most travelers book their Paris to Frankfurt train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Paris to Frankfurt trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 8% cheaper to book a Paris to Frankfurt train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- Paris to Frankfurt train costs are 38% cheaper when booked 1 week in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
- Finally, Paris to Frankfurt train costs are 70% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day you intend to travel.
Taking the Train from Paris
Trains from Paris to Frankfurt depart from either Paris Nord or Paris l'Est train stations. Both stations are situated in Paris' city center and are easily accessible by public transport. There are also taxi ranks outside of both stations. From the early hours of the morning until about midnight it's possible to reach the stations via daytime buses or metro. There are also airport shuttle buses that serve the station. Noctilien provide reliable night bus services and outside of the stations are convenient drop-off points for those arriving by taxi.
Getting into Frankfurt by Train
Frankfurt is known for its vibrant nightlife, diverse range of eateries, fascinating history, and rich culture. Characteristic of the city is the contrasting styles of architecture, such as Romerberg medieval town square, neo-Gothic houses, and modern skyscrapers. Trains from Paris to Frankfurt arrive at Frankfurt HBF, which is situated close to the Westend district in the city center. For onward travel the station is shared with the U-Bahn. There is a bus station directly outside of the station main entrance, and trams also stop outside. Travelers have the option to continue their journey via taxi if preferred.
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Bus lines 29, 57, 61, 91, 20, 24, 63, 65, 87
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