The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aachen Hbf for Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €118 Average price |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 10907 · ICE 121 | On time 7:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h59 | 9:17 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RE 10907 · ICE 121 | On time 7:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 2h13 | 9:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 1559 | On time 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 2h22 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE 26813 · ICE 817 | On time 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 2h32 | 10:23 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 26813 · ICE 515 | Delayed 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h58 | 10:13 AM 10:13 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RE 26813 · ICE 27 | On time 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 3h07 | 10:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
RE 26813 · ICE 27 | On time 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 3h21 | 11:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 | On time 8:39 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h52 | 10:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 13 | On time 8:39 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h38 | 10:17 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 26815 · EC 9 · S 8 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 3h37 | 12:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
RE 26815 · ICE 105 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 1h58 | 10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 19:51 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Aachen Hbf and Frankfurt am Main from €13. 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 Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aachen Hbf to Frankfurt am Main
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Blackbox Burger
- Da Cimino
- Tandori Taste
- Amalfi
- Hotel Essential by Dorint
- Niederräder Hof
- Hotel Niederrad
- McDonald's
- Rama V
- Curry Club
- Bella Mia
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- Mainhaus Stadthotel
- Hotel Ritter
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
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