The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Paris
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
57
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Paris will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $123.
Of the 57 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Paris every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 479 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $160.
Distance: 479 km
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5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Paris trains for today, Monday, 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 151+ 9574 | On time 7:05 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h01 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ECE 151+ TGV 9576 | On time 7:05 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ECE 151+ 9572 | On time 7:05 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h00 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ECE 151+ 9576 | On time 7:05 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h26 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 591 · ECE 151+ TGV 9576 | Delayed 7:14 am 7:07 amFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h24 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 913 · ECE 151+ TGV 9576 | On time 7:08 am Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h23 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 513 · ICE 9556 | On time 7:51 am Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h01 | 11:52 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
9556 | On time 7:56 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 11:52 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 9556 | On time 7:57 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h55 | 11:52 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1573 · ICE 9574 | On time 8:19 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h47 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 128 · ICE 103+ 9560 | On time 8:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h14 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 128 · ICE 103+ 9572 | On time 8:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h38 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 128 · ICE 103+ 9574 | On time 8:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h39 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 53697 · ICE 103+ 9572 | On time 8:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h15 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 53697 · ICE 71+ 9574 | On time 8:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 53697 · ICE 103+ 9574 | On time 8:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h16 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 9574 | On time 8:51 am Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h15 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 9:06 am Frankfurt South station | 4h00 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 9:08 am Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h58 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
6 · 16+ 9450 | 9:09 am Frankfurt Konstablerwache station | 5h56 | 3:05 pm Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
6 · 16+ 9450 | 9:10 am Frankfurt Hauptwache | 5h55 | 3:05 pm Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
16+ 9450 | 9:25 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h40 | 3:05 pm Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
ICE 5327+ 9572 | On time 9:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h15 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 5327+ 9570 | On time 9:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 5327+ 9560 | On time 9:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h51 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1575+ 9570 | On time 10:19 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h54 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1575+ 9560 | On time 10:19 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h22 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1575+ 9572 | On time 10:19 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h46 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
RE 19907+ 9570 | On time 10:38 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h35 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
RE 19907+ 9560 | On time 10:38 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h03 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
RE 19907+ 9572 | On time 10:38 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h27 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 2525 · ICE 105+ 9572 | On time 10:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h15 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 2525 · ICE 105+ 9560 | On time 10:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h51 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 2525 · ICE 105+ 9570 | On time 10:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 2559+ 9572 | On time 11:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h15 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 2559+ 9560 | On time 11:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h51 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 2559+ 9570 | On time 11:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 9h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
9552 | On time 11:56 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 3:52 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
TGV 9580 · 9572 | On time 12:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h09 | 5:05 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
TGV 9580+ 9560 | On time 12:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h45 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
TGV 9580+ 9570 | On time 12:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h17 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 2551+ 9560 | On time 1:50 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h51 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 2551+ 9570 | On time 1:50 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1579+ 9560 | On time 2:19 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h22 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1579+ 9570 | On time 2:19 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h54 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 1211 · ICE 109+ 9570 | On time 2:50 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 1211 · ICE 109+ 9560 | On time 2:50 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h51 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 2553+ 9570 | On time 3:50 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h23 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
9560 | On time 3:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 7:41 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
TGV 9560+ 9570 | On time 3:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 9:13 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
9550 | On time 5:56 pm Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h56 | 9:52 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
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ICE 5+ 9576 | On time 5:50 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h41 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 9568+ 9576 | On time 5:56 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h35 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 9568+ 9574 | On time 5:56 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 7h10 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
ICE 220 · ICE 101+ 9574 | On time 6:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h39 | 1:06 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 220 · ICE 101+ 9590 | On time 6:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 12h28 | 6:55 pm Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
ICE 220 · ICE 101+ 9576 | On time 6:27 am Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h04 | 11:31 am Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Paris
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Paris run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $121 but you can travel from only $29 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 479 km distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $121 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI from Frankfurt am Main to Paris trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Paris from $29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Paris by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Paris
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- GIOIA
- Fleischeslust
- Hotel am Berg
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Döpfner's im Maingau
- Hiroshi
- Genießertreff
- Urfa
- Pizzeria Charly Braun
- 25h
- Admiral Hotel
- Alexander am Zoo
- Hotel am Zoo
- VierF
- Lindner Hotel & Sports Academy
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Imperial
- Sophien Hotel
- Hotel Isha
- Pizzeria Da Angelo
- Miro Pizza Döner
- Pizzeria Sun
- My Masala
- Da Severino
- Mekong Imbiss
- Pizzeria Rusticale
- Euro Bar Gelateria
- Hotel Isabella
- Pizzeria Cassavia
- Topsis Burger
- Öz Antep Dönerhaus
- Pizzeria Pomodoro
- Hotel Post
- McDonald's
- Rama V
- Curry Club
- Bella Mia
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- Mainhaus Stadthotel
- Hotel Ritter
- Holbein's
- Pizzeria Amalfi
- Pizza Hut
- Frankfurter Botschaft
- Senator Hotel Frankfurt
- Ibis Frankfurt Centrum
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Estragon
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- Hotel Villa Orange
- Zur Buchscheer
- Döner & Pizza Land
- Carisma
- Pizzeria la Locanda
- Kantine West
- Café Campus
- Restaurant Casa Italia im Clubhaus des Höchster Tennis- und Hockey-Club 1899 e.V.
- Pizzeria La Rusticana
- Haus Barz
- Istanbul
- Dein Döner
- Da Massimo
- Damiro Westsite
- Attaché
- Fair Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City
- Hotel Lloyed
- Chipotle
- McDonald's
- Pizzeria San Marco
- The Westin Grand Frankfurt
- Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
- Hilton Frankfurt City Centre
- NH Collection Frankfurt City
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Der Löwe-Das Lokal
- Zeilsheim Pizza & Döner
- Da Angelo
- Pizzeria Cassavia
- Bier-Hannes
- Exenberger - Die Werkskantine
- Gastätte Campingplatz
- Armonia
- Hotel Mainstation
- Hotel Alfa
- Immer Satt
- Café Crumble
- Café Albatros
- Sissi und Franz
- Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
- Hotel West an der Bockenheimer Warte
- Attaché
- Art-Hotel Robert Mayer
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- The italian
- Imbiss Zum "Hans Worscht"
- B'mine Frankfurt Airport
- Moxy Frankfurt Airport
- Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
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