Transport from Frankfurt Airport to Frankfurt city centre
Frankfurt Airport is located approximately 17 km from the centre of Frankfurt. You have several options for transport to the city centre or to your hotel.
Transportation summary
| Recommended transport | Train | EUR 4.8 |
| Most flexible transport | Car rental | Reserve a car |
| More convenient transport | Taxi | Book a taxi |
Train
The most convenient way to get to the city centre is by S-Bahn. You can use the S8 or S9 lines. Trains run every 10 to 20 minutes.
You can buy a ticket from a ticket machine, at the Ticket Centre at the airport, or in the mobile app for EUR 4.8. We recommend buying a bargain one-day ticket for EUR 9.1, which allows you to travel not only by train, but also by bus, metro or tram. Alternatively, buy the Frankfurt Card for €10.5, where you get discounts and special deals.
- Find timetables and ticketing here >
Tip: Consider purchasing a Frankfurt Card for €10.5 per day, or €15.5 for two days. In addition to transport (including to/from the airport), you get a range of discounts on sightseeing, shopping, museums, restaurants and more.
AirLiner to Darmstadt
The AirLiner bus runs between Frankfurt Airport and Darmstadt Central Station every 30 minutes and the journey takes around half an hour. Tickets and timetables can be found here.
Car rental
The most flexible transportation can be provided by car rental. Compare offers here.
Taxi
The most convenient option is to use Gettransfer. You know the fare in advance and tickets can be booked online. Drivers tend to be nicer than in conventional taxis and, for example, a child seat can be provided on request. The price per ride starts at EUR 25.
Night transport
You can also use the services of private transport companies, for example Gettransfer, where a single trip from the airport to the city centre costs €20.
