Going from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD by train

About to set off from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Frankfurt Airport and Renens VD

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 CA$79.30, 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 11 and a half 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.

Train schedule for travel between Frankfurt Airport and Renens VD

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 20 trains make this journey of 418 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Frankfurt Airport is at 02:06 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:51.

During the weekend, 02:06 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:51 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 55 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD

The swiftest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 10 minutes, crossing a total distance of 418 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Frankfurt Airport and Renens VD?

Tickets along this route go on sale 11 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD 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: Renens VD.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD by train?

The trip from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD covers a distance of 418 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at CA$79.30. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 11 and a half months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Frankfurt Airport to Renens VD?

The fastest journey by train is 5 hours and 10 minutes.