How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen

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Compare train and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $81, while a train costs an average of $81.

Distance: 246 miles (396 km)

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$81

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$163

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6h 0m

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5h 30m

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5h 22m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is a train with an average price of $111.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen:

A train is $566 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen costing on average $677.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Lauterbrunnen take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Lauterbrunnen including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 22m sooner (3h 0m by flight vs 5h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $677 compared to roughly $163 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen by train, bus or flight.

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train

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2555 · IC 485 · IC 822 · R 179
    8:50 AM8h36
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    5:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $691One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2555 · IC 485 · IC 822 · R 179
    8:50 AM8h36
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    5:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $691One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Condor FlugdienstDE4313
    8:00 AM0h50
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:50 AMZurich Airport
    $2471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 2553 · IC 483 · IC 818 · R 171
    6:50 AM8h36
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    3:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $1051One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2557 · IC 824 · IC 977 · R 183
    10:50 AM7h36
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    6:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $1471One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 2557 · IC 826 · R 187
    10:50 AM8h36
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    7:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $1471One-way
    2 transfers
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4313+SBBIC 8 820 | 820 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175
    8:00 AM8h26
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    4:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $3631One-way
    3 transfers
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4313+SBBIC 8 820 | 820 · RE 9 4228 | 4228 · R 62 177 | 177
    8:00 AM8h56
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    4:56 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $3671One-way
    3 transfers
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4313+SBBIC 81 818 | 818 · R 62 171 | 171
    8:00 AM7h26
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:26 PMLauterbrunnen station
    $3901One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen

Travel to Lauterbrunnen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Lauterbrunnen including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is a train with an average price of $111.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen:

A train is $566 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen costing on average $677.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Lauterbrunnen take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 57m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is approximately 246 miles (396 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen is:
  • Around 30 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Lauterbrunnen as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Lauterbrunnen station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Lauterbrunnen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lauterbrunnen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lauterbrunnen often also extend their vacation to go to Wengen, Grindelwald, Interlaken, Zurich, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lauterbrunnen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lauterbrunnen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lauterbrunnen, you can explore Trümmelbach Falls, a series of impressive glacier waterfalls inside a mountain. Visit Jungfraujoch, the high-altitude railway station with panoramic views of the Swiss Alps. Admire Staubbach Falls, one of Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. Discover the charming car-free village of Mürren, offering stunning views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau mountains. Take a cable car to Schilthorn, featuring a revolving restaurant and views of the Bernese Alps. Enjoy the picturesque Lauterbrunnen Valley with lush meadows, traditional Swiss chalets, and numerous hiking trails.
To fully experience Lauterbrunnen, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its stunning waterfalls, hiking trails, and nearby attractions like Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn.

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