Taking the train from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main

Ready to book a trip from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost for travel between Ashford and Frankfurt am Main

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$150.28, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Ashford to Frankfurt am Main daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Frankfurt am Main on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 5 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:10: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:16: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:40: departure of first train on weekends

  • 20:43: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 1 hour and 38 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main?

On this route spanning 562 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 5 hours and 2 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Ashford to Frankfurt am Main travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Frankfurt am Main.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Ashford and Frankfurt am Main by train?

The train journey from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main covers 562 kilometres in total.

What is the Ashford to Frankfurt am Main train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs AU$150.28. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

How far in advance can I book my Ashford to Frankfurt am Main train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 6 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Ashford to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest journey takes 5 hours and 2 minutes.