- Must visit
Städel Museum
One of Germany’s premier art museums, with major European works from Old Masters to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
48
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 $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 48 trains that leave Düsseldorf Hbf for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
IC 60403
ICE 619
ICE 205 · IC 2242
ICE 823
ICE 617
ICE 1015
ICE 915
ICE 913
ICE 725
ICE 621Omio 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 prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $145 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $49 (€40).
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $145 (€118).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 26m.
Bus takes on average 6h 12m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (1h 26m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $44 (€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.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 517 | Delayed 9:59 AM 11:26 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 11:18 AM 11:18 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2009 · ICE 1517 | Delayed 10:08 AM 11:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · S8 | Delayed 10:34 AM 12:08 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 3h20 | 3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627 | Delayed 10:32 AM 12:22 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 | Delayed 10:37 AM 12:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 11:55 AM 11:55 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 123 | Delayed 11:02 AM 12:46 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 12:22 PM 12:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 519 | Delayed 11:42 AM 1:26 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 1:01 PM 1:01 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5106 · ICE 315 | On time 1:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h28 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2201 · ICE 1519 | Delayed 12:03 PM 1:47 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 721 | On time 2:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 | Delayed 12:33 PM 2:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 1:51 PM 1:51 PMFrankfurt 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 611 | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2203 · ICE 1611 | On time 3:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 725 | On time 4:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 201 | Delayed 2:33 PM 4:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 3:51 PM 3:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2205 · ICE 1613 | On time 5:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 7:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2205 · 25435 · 29531 | On time 5:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h47 | 9:34 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
ICE 729 | On time 6:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 203 | On time 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 129 | On time 6:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1015 | On time 7:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h12 | 8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 823 | On time 8:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h30 | 9:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 205 | On time 8:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 205 · IC 2242 | On time 8:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 11:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 221 | On time 8:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 10:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 617 | 9:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h22 | 10:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60403 | On time 11:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h50 | 2:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 619 | 11:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h25 | 12:53 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
26848 · ICE 521 | On time 3:42 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h54 | 5:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523 | On time 5:00 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h39 | 6:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 23 | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h33 | 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
26802 · ICE 1511 | On time 5:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h54 | 7:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 8:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 7:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 8:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 513 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 8:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 513 · ICE 25 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h33 | 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
26806 · ICE 11 | On time 7:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h33 | 9:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121 | On time 8:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 915 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h13 | 10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 646 · ICE 27 | On time 9:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h49 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621 | On time 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h17 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h33 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2009 · ICE 1517 | On time 11:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h47 | 1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
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Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main Airport trip today.
One of Germany’s premier art museums, with major European works from Old Masters to contemporary art on the Museumsufer.
Major exhibition hall for ambitious temporary shows in modern and contemporary art beside the Römer area.
A highly popular natural history museum, especially known for dinosaur skeletons and strong fossil and biodiversity displays.
Frankfurt’s historic central square, lined with reconstructed timbered houses and surrounded by many of the city’s key sights.
Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking and one of the city’s most culturally rich areas.
Rebuilt old town quarter mixing reconstructed historic houses with modern architecture, now one of Frankfurt’s most photographed areas.
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. A classic Frankfurt specialty with protected regional status.
Frankfurt’s famous cold herb sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes.
A small sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A traditional Hessian tavern dish loved for its sharp, rustic flavor.
A stylish upscale restaurant blending Austrian and regional influences, suitable for travelers seeking refined dining beyond standard tavern fare.
Established traditional restaurant near the airport and city forest, known for Hessian specialties, apple wine, and a rustic atmosphere.
Well-known apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen serving classic Frankfurt dishes such as Grüne Soße, schnitzel, and Handkäs in a lively traditional setting.
Airport prices are higher than in the city. Meals, coffee, and convenience items cost noticeably more than average in Germany.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. For taxis, round up the fare. Tipping is not expected for quick takeaway coffee.
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Frankfurt Airport Regionalbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main
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.

Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. 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.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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 options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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 options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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