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Trip Summary
There are 112 daily trains from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main. Traveling by train from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main usually takes around 7 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 217 mi (348 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 22m |
| Lowest price | €47.70 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main
- DB Intercity tickets: €92 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: €58 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: €48 one-way
Which train should you take from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main?
There are 3 train lines with service from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 61 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 4 | 6h 29m | €91.44 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 61 | 6h 37m | €137.51 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 66 | 7h 43m | €101.27 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main start from €48, and on average cost . Daily there are 66 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Frankfurt am Main. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Lelystad leaves from Lelystad Centrum . And in Frankfurt am Main trains arrive at Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf and 9 other train stations.
From Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to Frankfurt am Main faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 22 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 73 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Frankfurt am Main.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lelystad and Frankfurt am Main is approximately 217 miles, or 348 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 22 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Lelystad to Frankfurt am Main are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Lelystad at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 112 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lelystad.
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 Lelystad?
Main departure station: Lelystad Centrum
There is one train station in Lelystad.
All train stations in Lelystad:
Lelystad Centrum
Where is the train station in Frankfurt am Main?
Main arrival station: Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf
There are more train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main than most cities. Most trains from Lelystad will stop at one (or more) of the 10 following stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Train stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf
Frankfurt-Höchst Farbwerke
Frankfurt-Zeilsheim
Central Train Station
Frankfurt-Sindlingen
Frankfurt-Höchst
Frankfurt-Sossenheim
Central Train Station
Frankfurt-Unterliederbach
Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Regionalbf
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