Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main by train

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Overview: trains from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:25 View journey
Last train 23:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 171
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey €106.18 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 36m
Train operators 16

Travelling from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main by train

Considering a train trip from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main

Getting from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main by rail typically costs €106.34, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Frankfurt am Main on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 44 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 02:24: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:10: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 01:25: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:22: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 16 minutes: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 33 minutes. The total distance travelled is 171 kilometres.

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

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 11 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Frankfurt am Main

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Frankfurt am Main.

FAQs about the train journey from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main

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

The total journey from Lichtenfels to Frankfurt am Main is 171 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.