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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main
Showing times and prices for Apr 15
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
84
Distance
182 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Fast trains
Of the 84 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Apr 15, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 15 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Wed, Apr 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
ICE 9212:43 AM4h20Düsseldorf Hbf7:03 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€181One-way0 transfers- ICE 9212:43 AM4h02Düsseldorf Hbf6:45 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€181One-way0 transfers
- ICE 205 · IC 22428:27 PM3h04Düsseldorf Hbf11:31 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€401One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6179:27 PM1h22Düsseldorf Hbf10:49 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10157:07 PM1h12Düsseldorf Hbf8:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€561One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10157:07 PM1h12Düsseldorf Hbf8:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€561One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9159:06 AM1h13Düsseldorf Hbf10:19 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€741One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9137:06 AM1h13Düsseldorf Hbf8:19 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€741One-way0 transfers
- ICE 9191:06 PM1h13Düsseldorf Hbf2:19 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€741One-way0 transfers
- ICE 7212:22 PM1h17Düsseldorf Hbf3:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station€901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €106 Average price |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 617 | Delayed 7:34 PM 7:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h33 | 9:00 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 617 · S9 | Delayed 7:34 PM 7:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 9:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S6 · IC 60403 | On time 8:02 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h48 | 12:50 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89901 · ICE 619 | Delayed 8:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h30 | 11:22 PM 11:22 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 89901 · ICE 619 | Delayed 8:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h17 | 11:08 PM 11:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 | 12:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h20 | 5:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 921 | 12:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h02 | 4:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 12:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h05 | 2:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · ICE 827 | On time 12:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h53 | 2:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Bus RE1 · ICE 911 | On time 1:44 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h35 | 4:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Bus RE1 · ICE 523 | 1:44 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h07 | 4:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Bus S11 · 26800 · ICE 911 | On time 1:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h33 | 4:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| Bus S11 · 26800 · ICE 523 | 1:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h05 | 4:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 913 | On time 5:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 6:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 527 | On time 5:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 6:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 527 | On time 5:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 6:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 513 · S8 | On time 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h00 | 7:26 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 513 | On time 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 6:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26806 · ICE 11 | On time 5:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 7:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26806 · ICE 11 | On time 5:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h33 | 7:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 529 | On time 6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 7:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 119 · S9 | On time 6:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 8:28 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 121 | On time 6:55 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h34 | 8:29 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 915 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 8:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 915 · ICE 121 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h39 | 8:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 621 | On time 7:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 8:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 621 | On time 7:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 8:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 515 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 8:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 219 | 7:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 7:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 9:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 7:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h33 | 9:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1147 · ICE 1515 | On time 7:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 9:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 623 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 517 · ICE 15 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 517 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1149 · ICE 1517 | On time 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h46 | 11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1149 · ICE 1517 | On time 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 627 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 11:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 627 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 107 · ICE 29 | On time 10:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h46 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 | On time 10:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 123 | On time 10:55 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h50 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 919 | On time 11:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 12:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 919 · ICE 123 | On time 11:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h39 | 12:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 519 | On time 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 5106 · ICE 315 | On time 11:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h28 | 1:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5106 · ICE 315 | On time 11:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h42 | 1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2201 · ICE 1519 | On time 11:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2201 · ICE 1519 | On time 11:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h02 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 721 | 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 721 | 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 1:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 109 · ICE 1229 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h46 | 2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 109 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 125 | On time 12:55 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h50 | 2:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1011 · ICE 125 | On time 1:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h38 | 2:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 611 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 26854 · ICE 17 | On time 1:29 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h58 | 3:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 26854 · ICE 17 | On time 1:29 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h44 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1143 · ICE 1611 | On time 1:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1143 · ICE 1611 | On time 1:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h46 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 725 | On time 2:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 3:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 725 | On time 2:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 201 | On time 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 201 · S8 | On time 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h00 | 4:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 127 | 2:55 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h53 | 4:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1013 · ICE 127 | On time 3:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h41 | 4:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2205 · ICE 1613 | On time 3:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h02 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2205 · ICE 1613 | On time 3:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 729 | 4:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h29 | 5:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 729 | 4:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 203 · S9 | 4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 6:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 203 | 4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 129 | 4:55 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h53 | 6:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1015 | On time 5:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h12 | 6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1015 · ICE 129 | On time 5:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h41 | 6:48 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 821 | On time 5:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h20 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 823 | 6:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h30 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 823 | 6:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h42 | 7:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 205 | 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 205 · S9 | 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h01 | 8:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 205 · IC 2242 | 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h04 | 9:31 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 221 | 6:55 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h50 | 8:45 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 221 | 6:55 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h34 | 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn as well as VIAS Rail GmbH offer trains services from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?
The best time to book your train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main
GermanyGermany
Trains from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 1h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
€10
Deutsche Bahn frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
VIAS Rail GmbH
About
VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."
Luggage & cancellation policy
VIAS Rail GmbH frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is €32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 12m to travel the 182 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes,there are 17 direct trains a day from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Frankfurt am Main from Düsseldorf is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main
Düsseldorf
Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
Hotel
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
Düsseldorf Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
Hotel
- Novotel
- Ibis
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Düsseldorf.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
Accessibility
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 kmNumber of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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