Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf

Showing times and prices for Feb 18

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€15

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 57 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

182 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Düsseldorf on Wed, Feb 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 18 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Wed, Feb 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.

Deutsche Bahn
02:13AM3h18
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
05:31AMDüsseldorf
151One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
10:24PM3h10
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
01:34AMDüsseldorf
151One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
10:22PM3h25
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
01:47AMDüsseldorf
151One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
10:23PM3h08
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
01:31AMDüsseldorf
151One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
03:46AM1h45
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
05:31AMDüsseldorf
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €89.

Distance: 182 km

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Average price

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3h 23m

Average total duration

2h 53m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf trains for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:24 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 126
On time
10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
12:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 926 · ICE 61010:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h49
1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 200
Delayed
10:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
12:35 PM 12:35 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 724
Delayed
11:15 AM 11:07 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
12:39 PM 12:39 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1518 · IC 2240
On time
11:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h00
1:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 124
On time
12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
2:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1228 · ICE 518
On time
12:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h49
3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 108
Delayed
12:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
2:36 PM 2:36 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 720
On time
1:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
2:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1516 · IC 1148
On time
1:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h00
3:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 122
On time
2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
4:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 106
On time
2:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 626
On time
3:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
4:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1514 · IC 1146
On time
3:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h00
5:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 12 · 268293:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
5:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1224 · ICE 514
On time
4:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h49
7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 104
On time
4:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
6:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 622
On time
5:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
6:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 10 · 26833
On time
5:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h47
7:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 514
On time
5:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 120
On time
6:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
8:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 528
On time
7:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
8:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1554 · IC 2347 · 26841
On time
7:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h37
11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 526 · 26839
On time
8:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h12
10:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 910 · 268398:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h03
10:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 1220 · 26843
On time
8:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h36
12:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 524 · 26841
On time
9:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h13
11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 522 · 2684310:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h09
12:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 920 · 26848
On time
10:22 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
4h16
2:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
1 transfer
Wednesday, February 18
deutsche_bahn2:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h18
5:31 AM Düsseldorf0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn3:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h45
5:31 AM Düsseldorf0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf

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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:47, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 1h 27m.

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
Distance
182 km
Average train duration
2h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
01:47
Last train
22:25
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Düsseldorf from €9. 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 27m
Cheapest Price
€9
Deutsche Bahn frequency
16 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

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

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf is €24; 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf is 1h 27m 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf leaves at 1:47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf leaves at 10:25 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH for the best way to get you to Düsseldorf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Düsseldorf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Düsseldorf from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 27m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.

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Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Düsseldorf

Frankfurt am Main
Düsseldorf
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
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
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

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