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Trip Summary
There are usually 30 daily train trips available from Frankfurt to Engen. Traveling by train from Frankfurt to Engen usually takes 4 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 156 mi (251 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 22m |
| Lowest price | $30.97 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Frankfurt to Engen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Frankfurt am Main to Engen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 26 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 3h 53m | $45.47 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 26 | 4h 36m | $56.37 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 9h 23m | $71.36 |
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 Frankfurt to Engen start from $71, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Engen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Frankfurt am Main leaves from Central Train Station . And in Engen trains arrive at Welschingen-Neuhausen and one other train station.
From Frankfurt to Engen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 23 minutes. If you are looking to get to Engen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Frankfurt and Engen is approximately 156 miles, or 251 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 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 departing from Frankfurt to Engen tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Frankfurt at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 30 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Frankfurt to Engen. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Engen to Frankfurt.
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 Frankfurt?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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
Where is the train station in Engen?
Main arrival station: Welschingen-Neuhausen
Engen receives travelers from Frankfurt at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Engen:
Welschingen-Neuhausen
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