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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund | Frankfurt Hbf | No tags |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$16 - US$46 | Average Duration3h 45m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
| Average PriceUS$20 - US$277 | Average Duration3h 10m | 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | |||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$12 - US$32 | Average Duration2h 40m | 7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am MainAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview
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Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main Train
Busbud helps you find a train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find trains with WiFi and electrical outlets.
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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Frankfurt am Main from Dortmund, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Frankfurt am Main
How much does a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is US$69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main is around 3h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of trains from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 61. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Sep 30, 2025 with a price of US$18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$280 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19 which is on 2025-10-04.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Frankfurt am Main, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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