- Must visit
Städel Museum
Frankfurt’s flagship art museum, famous for its major European painting collection from the Old Masters to contemporary works.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague 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 Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620
EX 354 · 3433 · ICE 526
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 · S8
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620 · S8
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620
EX 354 · 3433 · ICE 526
EC 356 · R 3572 · ICE 620
EC 358 · R 3568 · ICE 624Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $82.
Distance: 259 miles (417 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$106 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $106 (€85).
A bus is $137 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $179 (€144).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 6m.
Train takes on average 7h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 178 · rj 10178 · ICE 1558 · S 35852 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 4:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
rj 178 · rj 10178 · ICE 1558 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 4:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · ICE 1558 | On time 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 4:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · ICE 1558 · S8 | 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 4:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 358 · R 3568 · ICE 624 · S 35854 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 5:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 358 · R 3568 · ICE 624 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 5:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 5:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EX 358 · 3568 · ICE 624 · S8 | On time 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 5:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · ICE 756 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 6:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
rj 382 · rj 10382 · ICE 756 · S 35860 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 6:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
rj 382 · rj 10382 · ICE 756 | On time 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 6:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · ICE 756 · S8 | 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 6:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 356 · R 3572 · ICE 620 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 7:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EC 356 · R 3572 · ICE 620 · S 35862 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 7:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 7:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 620 · S8 | On time 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 7:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
rj 176 · rj 10176 · ICE 1554 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 8:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · ICE 1554 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h25 | 8:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
rj 176 · rj 10176 · ICE 1554 · S 35868 | On time 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 8:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
RJ 176 · BUS 10176 · ICE 1554 · S8 | 12:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h28 | 8:59 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 354 · R 3433 · ICE 526 · S 35870 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 9:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 354 · R 3433 · ICE 526 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 9:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3433 · ICE 526 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h44 | 9:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EX 354 · 3433 · ICE 526 · S8 | On time 1:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h54 | 9:29 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
R 686 · BUS 10174 · ICE 1552 · 29588 | 1:47 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 9h18 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
rj 174 · rj 10174 · ICE 1552 · RB 29588 | 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 8h24 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
RJ 174 · BUS 10174 · ICE 1552 · 29588 | 2:41 PM Prague-Holešovice | 8h24 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EC 352 · R 3580 · ICE 522 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h47 | 11:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
EC 352 · R 3580 · ICE 522 · S 35980 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 8h09 | 11:44 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 522 | On time 3:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h47 | 11:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Prague to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (417 km) distance in 7h 43m.
Distance 259 miles (417 km) |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 7h 43m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main Airport trip today.
Frankfurt’s flagship art museum, famous for its major European painting collection from the Old Masters to contemporary works.
One of Germany’s best natural history museums, widely known for dinosaur skeletons and biodiversity collections.
Museum in a historic villa with an outstanding sculpture collection from antiquity to the modern era, set by the River Main.
Frankfurt’s historic central square, rebuilt with traditional character and surrounded by major sights and museums.
The old town area around Römerberg and the New Old Town, ideal for walking among reconstructed historic lanes.
High-rise viewpoint with one of the best panoramic views of Frankfurt’s skyline and surrounding region.
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. A classic specialty from Frankfurt.
Frankfurt’s famous cold herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. A defining local dish.
A regional sour milk cheese marinated with onions and vinegar. It is a traditional Hessian tavern snack with a strong local identity.
Well-known traditional restaurant in the city forest near the airport, popular for Hessian specialties, apple wine, and rustic atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill near Frankfurt Airport, known for premium meat, business dining, and polished contemporary atmosphere.
Modern all-day restaurant at the airport area offering international dishes and a comfortable upscale hotel dining setting.
Airport prices are above city averages. Meals, coffee, and convenience items cost more than in central Frankfurt.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small tips for taxi drivers are appreciated; tipping is not expected for quick counter service.
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