Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

€55

Average price

€105

Fastest journey

4 h 16 m

Average duration

4 h 46 m

Trains per day

20

Distance

364 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.

Fast trains

Of the 20 trains that leave Amsterdam for Frankfurt am Main on Mon, Jul 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.

Deutsche BahnIC 3079 · Bus X · RB 31239 · Bus RE1
09:24PM7h09
Amsterdam Centraal
04:33AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
551One-way
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3075 · Bus X · RB 31240 · ICE 921
08:24PM8h09
Amsterdam Centraal
04:33AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
551One-way
4 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3079 · Bus X · RB 31239 · Bus RE1
09:24PM7h24
Amsterdam Centraal
04:48AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
551One-way
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 3075 · Bus X · RB 31240 · ICE 921
08:24PM8h24
Amsterdam Centraal
04:48AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
551One-way
4 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 60403
08:15PM6h28
Amsterdam Centraal
02:43AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
691One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €198.

Distance: 364 km

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€94

Average price

€42

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Cheapest

€336

Average price

5h 47m

Average total duration

5h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 28m

Average total duration

9h 58m

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4h 22m

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1h 22m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, July 13
Last updated at 9:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 155 · RE 26825 · ICE 927
Delayed
10:01 AM Amsterdam Centraal
6h12
4:24 PM 4:24 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 155
On time
10:01 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h30
2:31 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 155
On time
10:01 AM Amsterdam Centraal
4h16
2:17 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 155 · RE 26825 · ICE 927
Delayed
10:01 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h57
4:10 PM 4:10 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3545 · 21611 · ICE 725
On time
10:56 AM Amsterdam Zuid
4h52
3:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3545 · 21611 · ICE 725
On time
10:56 AM Amsterdam Zuid
4h37
3:33 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 157 · ICE 929
On time
12:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal
6h12
6:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 157
On time
12:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal
4h30
4:31 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Monday, July 14
deutsche_bahnIC 3927 · RE 18927 · ICE 156:15 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h16
11:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3927 · RE 18927 · ICE 156:15 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h02
11:17 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3927 · RE 18927 · RE 10913+hessischelbHLB245116:15 AM Amsterdam Centraal
7h23
1:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3027 · IC 3527 · Bus RE13 · 216076:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h09
11:33 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3027 · IC 3527 · Bus RE13 · 216076:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h24
11:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3929 · RE 18929 · RE 26819 · IC 20446:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal
6h42
1:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen4 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3929 · RE 18929 · RE 26819 · ICE 1076:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h32
12:18 PM Frankfurt South station4 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3929 · RE 18929 · RE 26819 · ICE 1076:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h42
12:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4 transfers
deutsche_bahnIC 3929 · RE 18929 · RE 26819 · ICE 107
On time
6:46 AM Amsterdam Centraal
5h03
11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main?

The best time to book your train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €25
Distance
364 km
Average train duration
5h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
3h 36m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €25

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and Dutch Railways (NS) trains Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main

You can travel by train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn and Dutch Railways (NS) for as low as €28. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main train.

Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 54 min
  • Cheapest Price: €28

Trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt

Passengers wishing to visit the German city from the Netherland's capital will find rail travel a great choice. Frequent services, both direct and indirect, depart from Amsterdam Centraal headed for Frankfurt Hbf daily. Passengers can expect up to six direct departures, with a further seven requiring just one change en route. Service continues over the weekend, with little change to the schedule.

Which train companies travel from Amsterdam to Frankfurt?

The sole provider of trains from Amsterdam to Frankurt am Main is Deutsche Bahn. As the leading provider or rail travel across Germany, DB is known for its reliability of service and punctuality.

How long is the train from Amsterdam to Frankfurt?

Passengers can expect journey times of between three hours 48 minutes and three hours 53 minutes for direct services. The fastest indirect journey takes just four hours five minutes, while other routes can take upwards of five hours depending on wait times at transfer stations.

How many trains are there from Amsterdam to Frankfurt?

Each day, passengers can expect to find numerous direct departures. Direct trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main leave up to six times daily, with departures spread throughout the day. The first train leaves not long after 6:30 a.m. with the last leaving at 6:30 p.m. Trains leave slightly later on the weekend.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt?

Departure train station: Trains depart from Amsterdam Centraal station, the largest railway in the Netherlands. As the name suggests, the station is directly in the centre of town. Trains from Amsterdam Schipol Airport depart every ten minutes, which is helpful for international travelers. The station is also served by city trams and buses, making it accessible from across the city. Amsterdam Centraal is also a shopping area, with several cafes, fast food restaurants, and apparel stores. Eurostar services also operate from Amsterdam Centraal, connecting the city with London St. Pancras and Brussels.

Arrival train station: All trains from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main arrive at Frankfurt am Main station. Sometimes known as Frankfurt Central, the station is the busiest in the city. Found just west of the city center, passengers can organize onward travel on S-Bahn or U-Bahn trains, both of which stop at the station, or RE trains departing from the main concourse. Facilities within the station are extensive and include restaurants and cafes.

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Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main

Amsterdam
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Amsterdam is Amsterdam Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Amsterdam Centraal for your trip from Amsterdam to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in all station areas.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
Dining
Dining
  • De Broodzaak
  • Kyoto Sushi & Grill
  • Starbucks
  • The Doner Company
  • Wagamama
  • Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
  • Smullers
  • Burger King
  • Grand Café First Class
  • Burgerij
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Hotel
Hotel
  • NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
  • Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
  • Art’otel Amsterdam
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Amsterdam.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
  • Bus: Several lines available
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

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