The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€89
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 17
41
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht 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 Utrecht will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 41 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht, including 10 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 332 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
IC 604023:29 AM5h00Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:29 AMUtrecht Centraal€361One-way0 transfers
IC 2441 · 10608 · 20070 · IC 35406:43 AM5h52Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:35 PMUtrecht Centraal€371One-way3 transfers
IC 2441 · 10608 · 20070 · IC 35406:58 AM5h37Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:35 PMUtrecht Centraal€371One-way3 transfers
IC 604023:11 AM5h18Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:29 AMUtrecht Centraal€381One-way0 transfers
ICE 826 · IC 3232+
200125:41 AM5h15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:56 AMUtrecht Centraal€471One-way2 transfers
ICE 2245:48 PM3h11Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:59 PMUtrecht Centraal€1261One-way0 transfers
ICE 2225:47 AM3h12Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:59 AMUtrecht Centraal€561One-way0 transfers
ICE 2207:46 AM3h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:59 AMUtrecht Centraal€841One-way0 transfers
ICE 1289:46 AM3h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:59 PMUtrecht Centraal€1261One-way0 transfers
ICE 2225:34 AM3h25Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:59 AMUtrecht Centraal€571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €176.
Distance: 332 km
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€59 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €176 Average price | €74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht costing on average €59.
A bus is €147 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht costing on average €176.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 222 | On time 5:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 8:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826+ 20012+ IC 3232 | On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h15 | 10:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 222 | On time 5:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h12 | 8:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826+ 20012+ IC 3232 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h00 | 10:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 18 · 26809+ 20012+ IC 3232 | On time 6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h22 | 10:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IC 2441 · 10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | On time 6:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h52 | 12:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 18 · 26809+ 20012+ IC 3232 | On time 6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h08 | 10:56 AM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IC 2441 · 10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | On time 6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h37 | 12:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 220 | On time 7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 10:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 220 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 10:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 128 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h00 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 822+ 20016+ IC 3240 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h48 | 12:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · 10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h24 | 12:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 822+ 20016+ IC 3240 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h34 | 12:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 2049 · 10612 · 20074 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h05 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 316 · 26813+ 20016+ IC 3240 | On time 8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h23 | 12:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
4491 · IC 2049 · 10612 · 20074 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h57 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 316 · 26813+ 20016+ IC 3240 | On time 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h08 | 12:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 128 | On time 9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 · ICE 202 · 10612 · 20074 | On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h52 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1020 · ICE 126 | On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h16 | 2:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 128 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 · ICE 126 | On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h00 | 2:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728+ 20020+ IC 3248 | On time 10:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h48 | 2:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 202 · 10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h24 | 2:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 728+ 20020+ IC 3248 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h34 | 2:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 2047 · 10616 · 20078 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h05 | 4:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 16 · 26817+ 20020+ IC 3248 | On time 10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h22 | 2:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
4493 · IC 2047 · 10616 · 20078 | 10:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h57 | 4:35 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 16 · 26817+ 20020+ IC 3248 | On time 10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h08 | 2:56 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 126 | On time 11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 2:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 · ICE 106 · 10624 · 20086 | 3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h55 | 8:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h18 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h00 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · 10624 · 20086 · IC 3572 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h25 | 8:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 3 transfers | |
29542 · IC 2041 · 10628 · 20090 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h59 | 10:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
4487 · IC 2041 · 10628 · 20090 | 4:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h58 | 10:36 PM Utrecht Centraal | 4 transfers | |
S8 · ICE 224 | On time 5:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h42 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 | On time 5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h11 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 332 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 332 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Hessische Landesbahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Hessische Landesbahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht from €18. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Hessische Landesbahn
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht 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 Utrecht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht
Most Frankfurt am Main to Utrecht trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Utrecht leave from?
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Which Utrecht station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Getting to Utrecht Centraal from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Centraal train station facilities and services
Utrecht Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Getting to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn is 3 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn train station facilities and services
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Getting to Utrecht Overvecht from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Overvecht is 2 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Overvecht train station facilities and services
Utrecht Overvecht has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
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