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The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€28

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€66

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 44 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

2 h 7 m

Trains on Sep 18

Distance

198 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg Hbf 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 Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 trains from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main, including 7 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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.

7:17 AM2h00
Duisburg Hbf
9:17 AMFrankfurt am Main
€281One-way
0 transfers
6:13 AM3h00
Duisburg Hbf
9:13 AMFrankfurt am Main
€371One-way
0 transfers
6:40 AM2h05
Duisburg Hbf
8:45 AMFrankfurt am Main
€451One-way
0 transfers
7:13 AM3h21
Duisburg Hbf
10:34 AMFrankfurt am Main
€461One-way
0 transfers
2:33 PM3h50
Duisburg Hbf
6:23 PMFrankfurt am Main
€1001One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a flight costs an average of €244.

Distance: 198 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus	Flight	Driving
€68 Average price	€24 Average price Cheapest	€244 Average price	€36 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main:

A bus is €44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €68.

A bus is €219 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €244.

The fastest way to travel from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 11m.

Bus takes on average 4h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Duisburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 529	Delayed 6:22 AM 8:06 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h33	7:44 AM 7:44 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 529	Delayed 6:22 AM 8:06 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h45	7:58 AM 7:58 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 103 · ICE 25	Delayed 6:28 AM 8:10 AMDuisburg Hbf	2h03	8:15 AM 8:15 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 103	Delayed 6:28 AM 8:10 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h39	8:00 AM 8:00 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 119	Delayed 6:37 AM 8:18 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h38	8:00 AM 8:00 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 119 · ICE 992	Delayed 6:37 AM 8:18 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h59	10:17 AM Frankfurt South station	1 transfer
ICE 121	Delayed 6:44 AM 8:33 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h54	8:31 AM 8:31 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 121	Delayed 6:44 AM 8:33 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h40	8:17 AM 8:17 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
28509 · ICE 915	On time 8:42 AM Duisburg Hbf	1h37	10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 transfer
FlixTrain · FlixTrain	8:51 AM Duisburg Hbf	9h09	6:00 PM Frankfurt South station	1 transfer
ICE 646 · ICE 621	Delayed 6:58 AM 8:54 AMDuisburg Hbf	1h57	10:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 transfer
FlixTrain · FlixTrain	9:41 AM Duisburg Hbf	10h19	8:00 PM Frankfurt South station	1 transfer
ICE 107 · ICE 29	Delayed 10:19 AM 12:11 PMDuisburg Hbf	2h02	2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 107	Delayed 10:19 AM 12:11 PMDuisburg Hbf	1h38	11:51 AM 11:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 123	Delayed 10:37 AM 12:33 PMDuisburg Hbf	1h54	2:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 123	Delayed 10:37 AM 12:33 PMDuisburg Hbf	1h40	2:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 642 · ICE 629	Delayed 11:02 AM 12:51 PMDuisburg Hbf	1h48	2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 transfer
ICE 642 · ICE 629	Delayed 11:02 AM 12:51 PMDuisburg Hbf	2h00	2:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 229 · ICE 519	On time 1:11 PM Duisburg Hbf	1h38	2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1 transfer
ICE 229	On time 1:11 PM Duisburg Hbf	3h02	4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 229	On time 1:11 PM Duisburg Hbf	2h48	3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	0 transfersDirect
ICE 229 · ICE 519+15171	On time 1:11 PM Duisburg Hbf	2h07	3:18 PM Frankfurt South station	2 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

Germany

Trains from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 07:07. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 1h 22m.

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 €12

Distance

198 km

Average train duration

2h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

€15

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 22m

First train

6:06 AM

Last train

7:07 AM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €12

Train companies: Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trainsHessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Duisburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Hessische Landesbahn

About

Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Hessische Landesbahn Duration

3h 56m

Cheapest Hessische Landesbahn Price

€51

Hessische Landesbahn frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for an additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed

Quiet zone

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 Deutsche Bahn Duration

1h 22m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

€15

Deutsche Bahn frequency

11 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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FlixTrain

About

FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixTrain Duration

8h 36m

Cheapest FlixTrain Price

€21

FlixTrain frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg Hbf 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 Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is €68; 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 Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 22m to travel the 198 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 Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 6:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 7:07 AM.

Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Duisburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Frankfurt am Main from Duisburg Hbf is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Duisburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main

Most Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Duisburg Hbf and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Duisburg

Arrival train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Duisburg HbfDuisburg Hbf, Portsmouthplatz 1, 47051 Duisburg Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Duisburg Hbf from Duisburg city centre

BusNe 11, Ne 6, Ne 5, Ne 2, Ne 1, 934 E, 920 E, 933, 928, 926, 923, 921, 920 · 6m · €2 · every ~29 min

Duisburg Hbf train station facilities and services

Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.

More about Duisburg Hbf

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · €2

Trn · 12m · €3

S8, S9 · 19m · €3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · €6

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.