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Taking the train from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg in 6 hours 38 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 7 hours 26 minutes to travel the 323 miles (520 km) from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 26 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Flensburg? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg by train

First train

01:10

Last train

21:20

Departure station

Frankfurt (Main) West

Arrival station

Flensburg

Journey time

From 6h 38m

Distance

323 miles (520 km)

Frequency

26 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg

Want to know more about your journey from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Flensburg from Frankfurt (Main) West?

To travel to Flensburg from Frankfurt (Main) West, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 26 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 38 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg?

Trains from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg take an average of 7 hours and 26 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 38 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Frankfurt (Main) West and Flensburg by train?

The quickest journey time between Frankfurt (Main) West and Flensburg by train is 6 hours and 38 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg?

No, there are no direct trains running from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg train times

Check out the next trains departing from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg for Tuesday 7th January 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:4114:406h 59m, 2 changes
08:4015:407h 0m, 2 changes
08:5515:406h 45m, 3 changes
09:4016:407h 0m, 2 changes
10:4017:407h 0m, 2 changes
11:4018:076h 27m, 2 changes
12:4018:406h 0m, 2 changes
13:4120:406h 59m, 3 changes
15:4021:406h 0m, 2 changes
16:4023:457h 5m, 3 changes

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) West to Flensburg

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) West to Flensburg 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.

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