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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Saint-Gilles and Frankfurt. The average train journey from Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt takes 5 hours and 3 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as 3 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 197 mi (317 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 6m |
| Lowest price | $69.93 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | DB Intercity-Express |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt
- DB Intercity-Express tickets: $79 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: $70 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: $98 one-way
Which train should you take from Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt?
There are 3 train lines with service from Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt am Main. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 3h 11m | $119.21 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 5 | 8h 37m | $103.36 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 4h 47m | $101.31 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt start from $98, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Frankfurt am Main. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Saint-Gilles leaves from Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station . And in Frankfurt am Main trains arrive at Central Train Station .
From Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 47 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 3 hours and 6 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Frankfurt am Main on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Saint-Gilles.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Saint-Gilles and Frankfurt is approximately 197 miles, or 317 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 6 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 Saint-Gilles to Frankfurt are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Saint-Gilles at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 5 scheduled trains on most days. 7 of these are direct connections to Frankfurt. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Frankfurt to Saint-Gilles.
City Information
Frankfurt
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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 Saint-Gilles?
Main departure station: Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
There is one train station in Saint-Gilles.
All train stations in Saint-Gilles:
Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
Where is the train station in Frankfurt?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Central Train Station
Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (Frankfurt Central Station) is a major transport hub in the city and the busiest station in the state of Hessen. It features the original 1888 Neo-Renaissance design and some newer neoclassical architecture, making it a unique and visually pleasing station. It's often referred to as the most important station in Germany due to its central location and large economic district. Trains here run internationally to stations in Zurich, Vienna, and Budapest in addition to cities across Germany such as Hamburg, Berlin, and Munich. The station has plenty of amenities, including luggage lockers, toilets and multiple bakeries, a bookshop and newsstand, a supermarket, and other shops.
All train stations in Frankfurt:
Central Train Station
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