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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Showing times and prices for Jan 24
Cheapest price
€79
Average price
€81
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
179 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen without transferring at least once.
ICE 573 · 1921909:20AM2h33
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:53AMTübingen Hbf
€791One-way
1 transfer
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · 1931509:51AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:22PMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
2 transfers
ICE 593 · 1931509:50AM2h32
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:22PMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 913 · 1921708:22AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:53AMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 513 · 1931308:51AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:22AMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · 1931509:51AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:22PMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
2 transfers
ICE 913 · 1921708:22AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:53AMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 513 · 1931308:51AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:22AMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 515 · 1931710:51AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station01:22PMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
ICE 915 · 1922110:22AM2h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:53PMTübingen Hbf
€811One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €134 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:12 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECE 151 · ICE 913 · 19217 | On time 7:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h51 | 9:53 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 117 · 3255 | On time 7:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h48 | 9:58 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 913 · 19217 | On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 9:53 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 277 · ICE 513 · 19313 | On time 7:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h32 | 10:22 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · 19313 | On time 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 10:22 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 573 · 19219 | On time 8:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h33 | 10:53 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 593 · 19315 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h32 | 11:22 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 103 · ICE 593 · 19315 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 11:22 AM Tübingen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 915 · 19221 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 11:53 AM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 515 · 19317 | On time 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h31 | 12:22 PM Tübingen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 29m.
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 €14
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:44 |
Last train 23:45 |
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 €14
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Tübingen from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
€24
Deutsche Bahn frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 53m
Cheapest Price
€17
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen 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 Tübingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Tübingen from Frankfurt am Main is on average 2 h 52 min for the 179 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Tübingen from Frankfurt am Main by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen leaves at 00: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen leaves at 23: 46.
There are 14 trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Frankfurt am Main and Tübingen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 46.
A trip to Tübingen from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen including taking a train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen
Frankfurt am Main
Tübingen
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Tübingen.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
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
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
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
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
Hotel
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
The major train station for arrivals in Tübingen is Tübingen Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tübingen Hbf for your journey to Tübingen from Frankfurt am Main.
Tübingen Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Café Binder
- China-/Thai-Restaurant Dynastie
- Kalender Falafel
- Bar & Ristorante La Torre
Hotel
- City-Hotel
- Krone
- Hotel am Schloss
- Metropol garni
Tübingen West
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingCar RentalTübingen-Lustnau
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Gasthaus Waldhorn
- Samphat Thai
- Juegos de Bochas
- Viertel Vor
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