The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$64
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$89
Fastest journey on Aug 31
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
2 h 30 m
Trains on Aug 31
4
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 4 trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
7:13 AM3h32Duisburg10:45 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$641One-way0 transfers
6:16 AM1h39Duisburg7:55 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$641One-way0 transfers
3:41 PM3h18Duisburg6:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$881One-way0 transfers
6:49 AM1h30Duisburg8:19 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$1421One-way0 transfers
6:49 AM1h30Duisburg8:19 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$1421One-way0 transfers
6:16 AM1h39Duisburg7:55 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$641One-way0 transfers
3:41 PM3h18Duisburg6:59 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$881One-way0 transfers
7:13 AM3h32Duisburg10:45 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $45 (€36).
A bus is $128 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $142 (€115).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 44m.
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (1h 44m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€36) 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 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
Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:13 AM Duisburg | 3h15 | 9:28 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:16 AM Duisburg | 1h39 | 7:55 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 06:49. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 6:49 AM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Duisburg and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Duisburg 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 Duisburg Hbf from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Getting to Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Getting to Duisburg-Großenbaum from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg-Großenbaum is 7 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Großenbaum train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Da Francesco, Restaurant Waidmannsheil, Eiscafe Käsemann, Pizzeria u. Pers. Restaurant Kaviar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
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