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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Bad Hersfeld to Frankfurt am Main. The train trip from Bad Hersfeld to Frankfurt am Main is usually about 3 hours and 56 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest FlixTrain train can get you there in as little as one hour and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 69 mi (111 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 53m |
| Lowest price | $7.25 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixTrain |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Bad Hersfeld to Frankfurt am Main?
FlixTrain is the one and only train line which connects Bad Hersfeld to Frankfurt am Main. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixTrain | 1 | 3h 56m | $27.70 |
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles. FlixTrain operates 1 daily trips to Frankfurt am Main from Bad Hersfeld. The train usually departs from Train Station in Bad Hersfeld and arrives at Frankfurt Süd Station in Frankfurt am Main after about 3 hours and 56 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Bad Hersfeld to Frankfurt am Main are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Bad Hersfeld at 2:00pm and arrives in Frankfurt am Main about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Frankfurt am Main with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Frankfurt am Main to Bad Hersfeld.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bad Hersfeld?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Bad Hersfeld.
All train stations in Bad Hersfeld:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Frankfurt am Main?
Main arrival station: Frankfurt Süd Station
Frankfurt am Main receives travelers from Bad Hersfeld at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Frankfurt Süd Station
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
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