How much does a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is R 1 057. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf 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 train trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 149. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains travelling between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Train Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main from R 314 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:04	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 22m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:38	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 27m	11:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 28m	08:49	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:04	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 22m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:38	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 27m	11:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:04	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 22m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:38	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 27m	11:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	3h 59m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:04	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 22m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express	Train	06:38	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 27m	11:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:24	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	2h 36m	09:00	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn	Train	06:53	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 12m	11:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	07:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:54	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	2h 11m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
S-Bahn + InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	13:24	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	4h 15m	17:39	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	06:21	Duesseldorf Central	1h 27m	07:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	06:04	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	2h 14m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	06:32	Dusseldorf Airport Train Station	3h 54m	10:26	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:27	Duesseldorf Central	1h 51m	08:18	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

183 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 244 - R 2 366	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 300 - R 3 935	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 132 - R 547	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg 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

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Eurostar

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

FlixBus

3.5/511 356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

Stops in Düsseldorf

A - Hbf

B - ZOB am Hbf

C - Duesseldorf Airport

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main is R 1 057. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf 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 train trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 183 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 149. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main?
Trains travelling between Düsseldorf and Frankfurt am Main leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

R 1 682

16/11

R 1 892

Today

R 1 259

18/11

R 671

19/11

R 629

20/11

R 839

21/11

R 1 050

22/11

R 420

The cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 420

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 420 to R 3 889 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 420, which is on 2025-11-22.