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

Mon, Sep 07
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 07

Cheapest price on Sep 07

€7

Average ticket price on Sep 07

€47

Fastest journey on Sep 07

1 h 12 m

Average journey duration on Sep 07

1 h 12 m

Trains on Sep 07

105

Distance

182 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main to Düsseldorf will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 07, we found 105 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf, including 61 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .

On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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 BahnICE 526
    9:22 PM1h24
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:46 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 526
    9:08 PM1h38
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    10:46 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402
    3:11 AM3h04
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    6:15 AMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 528
    8:22 PM1h15
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    9:37 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 620
    7:22 PM1h15
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    8:37 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a flight costs an average of €118.

Distance: 182 km

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Driving

€30

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€14

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€118

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€33

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 19m

Average total duration

5h 49m

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30m

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2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

46m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €14.

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

A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf costing on average €30.

A bus is €104 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf costing on average €118.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 46m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 7m.

Bus takes on average 5h 49m.

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

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS8 · IC 604022:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
3h45
6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 604023:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h04
6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6184:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6184:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h33
6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2225:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
7:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 826
On time
5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h56
7:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2225:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h23
7:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 826
On time
5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h41
7:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 18 · 26809
On time
6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
8:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 18 · 26809
On time
6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h32
8:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 824
On time
7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h32
8:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 824
On time
7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h18
8:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2207:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
9:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1014
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
8:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1022
On time
7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h52
10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2207:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h24
9:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 822
On time
8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
9:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2048:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h21
9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1612 · IC 2204
On time
8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h56
10:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 822
On time
8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h14
9:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1612 · IC 2204
On time
8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h42
10:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 316 · 26813
On time
8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h47
10:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4491 · IC 2049 · ICE 202
On time
8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h54
11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1656 · ICE 614 · ICE 1022
On time
8:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h52
10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 316 · 26813
On time
8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h32
10:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 820
On time
9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h32
10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 614 · ICE 1022
On time
9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h25
10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 820
On time
9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h18
10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1289:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
11:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1012
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
10:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1020
On time
9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h47
12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1020 · ICE 202
On time
9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h49
11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1289:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h24
11:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1020
On time
9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h31
12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72810:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
11:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 202
On time
10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h21
11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1610 · IC 2202
On time
10:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h57
12:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 72810:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h15
11:37 AM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1610 · IC 2202
On time
10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h42
12:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 16 · 26817
On time
10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
12:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4493 · IC 2047 · ICE 200
On time
10:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h54
1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1654 · ICE 612 · ICE 1020
On time
10:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h47
12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 16 · 26817
On time
10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h32
12:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 72611:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h32
12:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 612 · ICE 1020
On time
11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h20
12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 72611:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h18
12:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 12611:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
1:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1010
On time
11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
12:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 92611:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h30
2:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 12611:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h24
1:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72412:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
1:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 200
On time
12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h21
1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1518 · IC 220012:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h57
2:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 72412:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h15
1:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1518 · IC 220012:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h42
2:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 314 · ICE 926
On time
12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h39
2:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4495 · IC 2045 · ICE 108
On time
12:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h54
3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 314 · ICE 926
On time
12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h25
2:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 7221:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
2:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7221:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h14
2:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 124
On time
1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
3:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 228
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h51
4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 918
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
2:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 797 · ICE 108
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt South station
1h51
3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 124
On time
1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h22
3:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7202:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
3:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 108
On time
2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h21
3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1516 · IC 20082:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h57
4:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 7202:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h14
3:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1516 · IC 20082:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h42
4:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 14 · 26825
On time
2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
4:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4497 · ICE 2012 · ICE 106
On time
2:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h54
5:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1650 · ICE 518 · ICE 228
On time
2:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h49
4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 14 · 26825
On time
2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h32
4:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 628
On time
3:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 518 · ICE 228
On time
3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h22
4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 628
On time
3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h18
4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 122
On time
3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
5:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 9163:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
4:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 122
On time
3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h22
5:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 106
On time
4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h21
5:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 626
On time
4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h16
5:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6207:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
8:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 514 · ICE 26
On time
7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h22
8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 6207:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h15
8:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 120
On time
7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
9:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 912
On time
7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h12
8:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 247:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h30
10:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 120
On time
7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h22
9:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5288:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
9:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 318 · ICE 24
On time
8:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h59
10:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 5288:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h15
9:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 318 · ICE 24
On time
8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h44
10:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4759 · IC 2347 · ICE 1541
On time
8:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3h11
11:49 PM Düsseldorf Hbf		2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf run on average 46 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. 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
Distance
182 km
Average train duration
3h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
46
Direct trains
26
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
63 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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Düsseldorf from €7. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
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

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
€44
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
10 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
€95
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
9 a day

Deutsche Bahn Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Dusseldorf

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Deutsche Bahn is Germany's leading train company, running 40,000 train journeys every day. Deutsche Bahn has a wide range of tickets, offers and discount cards such as the BahnCard. Check if you can use it on the Deutsche Bahn trains from Frankfurt am Main to Dusseldorf. For more information on ticket cancellation, please visit our customer service centre.

Deutsche Bahn has different types of trains such as ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regional Rail) based on travel time and comfort. Toilets are available on all trains and some of them have an onboard restaurant or access to Wi-Fi.

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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main to Düsseldorf can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf is €30; 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 am Main to Düsseldorf 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 Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 26 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Düsseldorf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main and Düsseldorf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Düsseldorf from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf

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

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Düsseldorf

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Düsseldorf leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Düsseldorf leave from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. The station is 11 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
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.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · €1 · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · €3 · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · €3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) 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: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen RegionalbfFrankfurt Airport, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 180 6 372 4636WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 16m · €2
Trn · 16m · €3
S9, S8 · 18m · €3 · every ~9 min
BusS8e · 33m · €6
X61, 61 · 37m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 38m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.

More about Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf

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