How much does a train ticket cost from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Frankfurt am Main start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train journey time from Munich to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 190 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Munich to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train from Munich to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 23:00.

Which is the best train operator from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Munich to Frankfurt am Main from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	20:48	Munich Hbf	3h 16m	00:04	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	13:50	Munich Hbf	3h 14m	17:04	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:47	Munich Hbf	3h 33m	16:20	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn	Train	13:04	Munich Hbf	5h 46m	18:50	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	12:47	Munich Hbf	3h 17m	16:04	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Munich Hbf	3h 18m	11:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:45	Munich Hbf	3h 24m	22:09	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Munich Hbf	3h 18m	11:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:10	Munich Hbf	3h 55m	23:05	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Munich Hbf	3h 18m	11:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:45	Munich Hbf	3h 24m	00:09	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Munich Hbf	3h 18m	11:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:10	Munich Hbf	3h 55m	23:05	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	12:45	Munich Hbf	3h 24m	16:09	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	12:10	Munich Hbf	3h 27m	15:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	13:02	Munich Hbf	3h 38m	16:40	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	13:16	Munich Hbf	3h 46m	17:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Frankfurt am Main on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:28	Munich Hbf	3h 35m	00:03	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	07:44	Munich Hbf	3h 18m	11:02	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Train	06:42	Munich Hbf	3h 20m	10:02	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

189 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £137	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £195	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £37	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Munich and Frankfurt am Main?

Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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C
Munich Airport
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D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany
E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Frankfurt am Main start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train journey time from Munich to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 190 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Munich to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 40 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Munich to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 23:00.
Which is the best train operator from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Munich to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£17

11/12

£26

Today

£65

13/12

No data

14/12

£56

15/12

£37

16/12

£37

17/12

£17

The cheapest trip from Munich to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Munich to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £17 to £208 for a train ticket from Munich to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-17.