Manchester to Frankfurt Airport train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Manchester to Frankfurt Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Manchester to Frankfurt Airport take around 8 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 835 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around  00:55. The last departure is usually at around 23:57 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:05, with the last train leaving at around 22:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$411.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Frankfurt Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Frankfurt Airport.

Is there a direct train from Manchester to Frankfurt Airport?

The journey between Manchester and Frankfurt Airport usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Frankfurt Airport?

The Manchester to Frankfurt Airport train travel takes about 8 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester to Frankfurt Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Frankfurt Airport leaving Manchester at around 00:55 and the last train leaving at around 23:57 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:05, with the final departure at 22:28.