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Train trips from Frankfurt to London
Working out your travel plans from Frankfurt to London? Consider taking the train instead of hopping on the plane. You can reach London from Frankfurt in over six hours with one change. The perks? You’ll be transported from the centre of one city to the heart of the other. There’s no need to trek to airports on the outskirts of the city, and you can simply sink into comfy seats and enjoy the countryside views along the way. Plus you’ll get to say you’ve been on an underwater train as the Eurostar crosses through the Channel Tunnel into the UK.
Hop off at London St. Pancras and you’re just a short stroll from plenty of bars and restaurants in the lively Kings Cross area. From here, you can get many London underground lines or frequent bus service for city-wide exploration.
Ready to book? Check for train tickets and times in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading to learn more about the Frankfurt to London route by scrolling down.
Frankfurt (Main) to London by train
It takes an average of 9h 15m to travel from Frankfurt (Main) to London by train, over a distance of around 393 miles (633 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Frankfurt (Main) to London and tickets for this journey start from £85.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:15 | |
| Departure station | Frankfurt (Main) | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 6h 30m | |
| Distance | 393 miles (633 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £85.20 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) to London
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) to London by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.