- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
9 h 57 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
891 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least 3 times.
EC 40 · ICE 905 · ICE 1022
IC 440 · EC 430 · ICE 1131
EC 44 · ICE 937
EC 42 · ICE 699
EC 40 · 4369 · ICE 273 · 15553
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S15 · ICE 848
EC 48 · S15 · ICE 546 · ICE 773
EC 46 · S15 · ICE 544 · ICE 775
EC 248 · S15 · ICE 640 · ICE 579
EC 246 · S15 · ICE 548 · ICE 771Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 553 miles (891 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $272 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 54m Average total duration 16h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $137 (€113).
A bus is $185 (€152) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $272 (€223).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 9m.
Bus takes on average 16h 24m.
Tickets start at around $137 (€113) compared to roughly $232 (€190) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $95 (€77). The journey takes 10h 9m versus 9h 43m 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.
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 Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 248 · ICE 839 | Delayed 5:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h23 | 1:48 PM 1:48 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 248 · S15 · ICE 640 · ICE 579 | On time 5:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h14 | 3:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 248 · ICE 839 · ICE 599 | On time 5:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 3:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · ICE 931 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h48 | 5:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 246 · ICE 931 · ICE 691 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 5:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 246 · S15 · ICE 548 · ICE 771 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h14 | 5:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · 3511 · ICE 377 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 6:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · S15 · ICE 848 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 9h57 | 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 48 · S15 · ICE 546 · ICE 773 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h14 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h48 | 7:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 48 · ICE 933 · ICE 693 | On time 9:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 7:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 695 | Delayed 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h44 | 9:06 PM 9:06 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 46 · S15 · ICE 544 · ICE 775 | On time 11:00 AM Warsaw Central | 10h14 | 9:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 44 · ICE 697 | Delayed 11:02 AM 1:00 PMWarsaw Central | 10h44 | 11:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 44 · ICE 937 | Delayed 11:02 AM 1:00 PMWarsaw Central | 10h41 | 9:51 PM 9:51 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 42 · ICE 699 | On time 3:00 PM Warsaw Central | 11h11 | 2:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 40 · ICE 905 · ICE 1022 | On time 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 14h37 | 7:37 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 40 · 4369 · ICE 273 · 15553 | On time 5:00 PM Warsaw Central | 13h10 | 6:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 440 · EC 430 · ICE 9590 | On time 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 12h40 | 10:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 440 · EC 430 · ICE 1131 | On time 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 13h40 | 11:56 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 440 · EC 430 · ICE 1503 · ICE 2595 | On time 10:16 PM Warsaw Central | 13h25 | 11:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 16170 · ICE 1650+ KD 69151+ 5672 | 11:44 PM Warsaw Central | 14h53 | 2:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 16170 · IC 2048 · ICE 597+ KD 69151 | 11:47 PM Warsaw Central | 13h57 | 1:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 16170 · ICE 1650+ KD 69151+ 5672 | 11:47 PM Warsaw Central | 14h50 | 2:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Warsaw Central to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 553 miles (891 km) distance in 9h 44m.
Distance 553 miles (891 km) |
Average train duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 44m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
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Major fine art museum with works from Old Masters to contemporary art; one of Germany’s most important museum collections.
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Historic square at the heart of the old town, lined with reconstructed timber houses and major civic landmarks.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and the cathedral, popular for its picturesque lanes and heritage-inspired architecture.
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Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station and city center, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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