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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€52
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€52
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 m 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.
7:28 AM4h16Wuppertal11:44 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€521One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM4h16Wuppertal11:44 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €238.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€76 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €238 Average price | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €76.
A bus is €216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €238.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 52m.
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 2h 29m by car). Tickets start at around €76 compared to roughly €32 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).
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
Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:14 AM Wuppertal | 2h15 | 8:29 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 06:45. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 6:45 AM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Wuppertal and Frankfurt am Main Airport from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Wuppertal to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Wuppertal Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Wuppertal and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wuppertal Hbf train station facilities and services
Wuppertal Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Getting to Wuppertal-Oberbarmen from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Getting to Wuppertal-Barmen from Wuppertal city centre
Wuppertal-Barmen is 3 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Barmen train station facilities and services
Wuppertal-Barmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TeAmore, Burger King, Haus Becker, Café Moritz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Imperial, City Hotel, Hotel zur Krone.
Most popular train connections from Wuppertal
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