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 $103. 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 15m, 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 54. 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.

Train Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main from $26 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	6:39pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 29m	11:08pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 36m	8:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 14m	9:50am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	12:45pm	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 39m	5:24pm	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 26m	8:49am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 20m	10:57am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 26m	8:49am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 20m	10:57am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 35m	11:12am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	6:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 35m	11:12am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:52 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among 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 $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

179 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $82	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $408	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $67	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,326 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Südbahnhof

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by train

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 $103. 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 15m, 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 54. 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.

Best price found

11-14

$196

11-15

$155

Today

$196

11-17

$76

11-18

$69

11-19

$93

11-20

$103

11-21

$114

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $69

To 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 $69 to $348 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 $69 which is on 2025-11-18.