- Must visit
Städel Museum
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€73
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 18
69
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 69 trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main, including 21 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
28503 · IC 2348 · S8
28503 · IC 2348 · 29691
ICE 229 · ICE 315
ICE 229 · ICE 315
ICE 29 · ICE 517
ICE 529
ICE 527
28509 · ICE 915
28517 · ICE 919
ICE 119Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a flight costs an average of €178.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €178 Average price | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €67.
A bus is €154 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main costing on average €178.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 6m.
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 52m by car). Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €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 Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 529 | On time 8:06 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h45 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 529 | On time 8:06 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h33 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 103 | On time 8:10 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h39 | 9:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 103 · ICE 25 | On time 8:10 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h03 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 · ICE 992 | On time 8:18 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h59 | 10:17 AM Frankfurt South station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 | On time 8:18 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h38 | 9:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 121 | On time 8:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h54 | 10:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 121 | On time 8:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h40 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
28509 · ICE 915 | On time 8:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h37 | 10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 646 · ICE 621 | On time 8:54 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h57 | 10:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 646 · ICE 621 | On time 8:54 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h45 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 217 | On time 9:05 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h50 | 10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:05 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h08 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 27 · ICE 217 | On time 9:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h43 | 10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 27 | On time 9:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3h01 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 27 · ICE 217 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h01 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 | On time 9:12 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h47 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:24 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h03 | 11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
26810 · ICE 13 | On time 9:24 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h49 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2007 · ICE 1515 | On time 9:32 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h17 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2007 · ICE 1515 | On time 9:32 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h02 | 11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
28511 · ICE 2013 · S8 | 9:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3h46 | 1:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
28511 · ICE 2013 · 4490 | 9:42 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3h41 | 1:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 946 · ICE 623 | On time 9:50 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h49 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 946 · ICE 623 | On time 9:50 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h01 | 11:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · ICE 27 | On time 10:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h02 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 | On time 10:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h40 | 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 225 · S8 | On time 10:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h10 | 12:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 | On time 10:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h40 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
89714 · ICE 625 | On time 10:48 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h51 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
89714 · ICE 625 | On time 10:48 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h03 | 12:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 29 · ICE 517 | On time 11:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1h38 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 29 | On time 11:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h48 | 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 · ICE 15 | On time 11:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2h16 | 1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 29 | On time 11:11 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3h02 | 2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.
Major German art museum with masterpieces from Old Masters to modernism; a cornerstone stop on Frankfurt’s Museum Embankment.
Museum in Goethe’s birthplace presenting the writer’s life, era, and manuscripts; essential for literary and cultural history fans.
Large natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, biodiversity displays, and strong geology exhibits; excellent for all ages.
Rebuilt old town quarter between Römer and cathedral, blending historic layouts with new architecture; ideal for strolling and photos.
Frankfurt’s riverside museum district and promenade, perfect for walking, major museums, and skyline views across the Main.
Large inner-city palm garden with themed greenhouses and landscaped grounds; a relaxing break from museums and shopping.
Green sauce made with seven fresh herbs, usually served with boiled eggs and potatoes. It is a Frankfurt classic with protected regional status.
Pork sausage lightly smoked and traditionally served hot with potato salad, sauerkraut, or bread. It is one of Frankfurt’s signature sausages.
Pressed and cured pork sausage, often sliced and served cold with bread, mustard, and pickles. It is a staple in Frankfurt cider taverns.
Two Michelin-starred dining with creative modern cuisine, extensive wine pairings, and a formal fine dining experience.
Refined restaurant in the old opera house area, known for modern European cuisine, polished service, and an elegant dining room.
Historic apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen known for Apfelwein, green sauce, and classic Frankfurt dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during trade fairs, but dining and public transport are reasonable for most tourists.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is common for cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Duisburg-Großenbaum is 7 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Großenbaum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizzeria Da Francesco, Restaurant Waidmannsheil, Eiscafe Käsemann, Pizzeria u. Pers. Restaurant Kaviar
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
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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