Travelling from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main by train

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

The fastest trains from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main take around 8 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 845 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cardiff is scheduled to depart at around  05:04. The last departure is usually at around 21:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cardiff at around 04:35, with the last train leaving at around 21:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 47 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €424.04.

We think any time is a great time to visit Frankfurt am Main, 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 am Main.

Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main?

The journey between Cardiff and Frankfurt am Main 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 Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main?

The Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main train travel takes about 8 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cardiff to Frankfurt am Main train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Frankfurt am Main leaving Cardiff at around 05:04 and the last train leaving at around 21:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cardiff at around 04:35, with the final departure at 21:20.