The cheapest and fastest trains from Strasbourg to Frankfurt
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Frankfurt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Frankfurt will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 5 trains that leave Strasbourg for Frankfurt on Thu, Jun 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.
5:13 PM2h00Strasbourg7:13 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$531One-way0 transfers
1:09 PM2h09Strasbourg3:18 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$571One-way1 transfer
9:08 AM2h02Strasbourg11:10 AMFrankfurt(main)hbf$851One-way0 transfers
1:55 PM2h05Strasbourg4:00 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$851One-way0 transfers
3:44 PM3h00Strasbourg6:44 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$1491One-way1 transfer
5:13 PM2h00Strasbourg7:13 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$531One-way0 transfers
9:08 AM2h02Strasbourg11:10 AMFrankfurt(main)hbf$851One-way0 transfers
1:55 PM2h05Strasbourg4:00 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$851One-way0 transfers
1:09 PM2h09Strasbourg3:18 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$571One-way1 transfer
3:44 PM3h00Strasbourg6:44 PMFrankfurt(main)hbf$1491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Strasbourg to Frankfurt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Frankfurt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Strasbourg to Frankfurt:
A bus is $55 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Frankfurt costing on average $82 (€68).
Other travel options to Frankfurt take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 32m by train vs 2h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€68) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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 Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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
Strasbourg to Frankfurt train times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Frankfurt trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:08 AM Strasbourg | 2h02 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:09 PM Strasbourg | 2h09 | 3:18 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:55 PM Strasbourg | 2h05 | 4:00 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:44 PM Strasbourg | 3h00 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Strasbourg | 2h00 | 7:13 PM Frankfurt(main)hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strasbourg to Frankfurt
Trains from Strasbourg to Frankfurt run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:08, the last at 17:13. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 9:08 AM |
Last train 5:13 PM |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Strasbourg to Frankfurt trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Strasbourg and Frankfurt from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Strasbourg to Frankfurt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg 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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