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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$63
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 21
8
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 8 trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
9:28 PM2h21Düsseldorf Hbf11:49 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$211One-way0 transfers- 10:28 PM1h25Düsseldorf Hbf11:53 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 PM2h58Düsseldorf Hbf11:25 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$391One-way0 transfers
- 10:36 PM1h24Düsseldorf Hbf12:00 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 PM2h32Düsseldorf Hbf9:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$491One-way0 transfers
- 6:33 AM1h22Düsseldorf Hbf7:55 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$1071One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM1h22Düsseldorf Hbf7:49 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$1581One-way0 transfers
- 10:36 PM1h24Düsseldorf Hbf12:00 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 10:28 PM1h25Düsseldorf Hbf11:53 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$241One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 PM2h13Düsseldorf Hbf11:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, while a flight costs an average of $281.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $281 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $251 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $281 (€230).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 42m.
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $68 (€56) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28507 · IC 2040 · S8 | 7:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 11:28 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 529 | On time 8:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h19 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2513 | On time 8:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h25 | 9:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 119 | On time 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 9:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 121 | On time 8:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 915 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h15 | 10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 627 | On time 12:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h20 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2517 | On time 12:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h25 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 123 | On time 12:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 2:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 919 | Delayed 11:04 AM 1:03 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h16 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 629 | On time 1:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h18 | 2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 229 | On time 1:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h34 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 229 · ICE 519 | On time 1:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h24 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2201 · ICE 1519 | On time 1:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28519 · IC 2046 · S8 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 5:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 721 | On time 2:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h20 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 2519 | On time 2:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h25 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 125 | On time 2:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1011 | On time 3:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h14 | 4:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 723 | On time 3:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h19 | 4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 927 | On time 3:23 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h36 | 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 927 · ICE 611 | On time 3:23 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h26 | 4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2203 · ICE 1611 | On time 3:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28523 · IC 2048 · S8 | 3:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 7:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 725 | On time 4:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h20 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 201 | On time 4:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 5:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1013 | On time 5:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 727 | On time 5:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h19 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 929 | On time 5:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h34 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 929 · ICE 613 | On time 5:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h24 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 9:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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