Route guide

Frankfurt → Valencia

1380 km · Germany to Spain · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €44+ by bus

How to travel from Frankfurt to Valencia

There are 4 ways to travel between Frankfurt and Valencia — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€98–288

Duration: 11h 30m

via Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Renfe (AVE)

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€44–117

Duration: 19h 43m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~39 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€90–286

Duration: 4h 20m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Iberia

~215 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€166–304

Duration: 15h 20m

~235 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Frankfurt and Valencia highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1380 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Germany into Spain. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Frankfurt to Valencia — every option in detail

Frankfurt to Valencia by train

Trains link Frankfurt (Germany) and Valencia (Spain) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 30m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Renfe (AVE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €98 to €288. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 215 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~196 kg on this distance.

Frankfurt to Valencia by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Frankfurt and Valencia with a typical journey of 19h 43m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €44 when booked in advance, rising to €117 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Frankfurt to Valencia by flight

Flights between Frankfurt and Valencia take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 20m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Iberia.

Typical fare range is €90–286. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 215 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Frankfurt to Valencia by car

The driving distance from Frankfurt to Valencia is approximately 1587 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 20m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €166–304 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–Spain border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 235 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Frankfurt and Valencia is approximately 1380 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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