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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Showing times and prices for Dec 18
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
73
Distance
187 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport 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 Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Fast trains
Of the 73 trains that leave Dusseldorf Airport for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Thu, Dec 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
ICE 92102:31AM4h14
Düsseldorf Airport station06:45AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$191One-way
0 transfers
ICE 921 · 425102:31AM4h03
Düsseldorf Airport station06:34AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen
$311One-way
1 transfer
91481 · IC 240207:50PM3h22
Düsseldorf Airport station11:12PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$381One-way
1 transfer
S11 · ICE 2507:04AM2h55
Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station09:59AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$431One-way
1 transfer
S11 · ICE 92905:04PM3h18
Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station08:22PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$431One-way
1 transfer
91479 · ICE 101506:50PM1h29
Düsseldorf Airport station08:19PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$551One-way
1 transfer
91475 · ICE 101304:50PM1h29
Düsseldorf Airport station06:19PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$681One-way
1 transfer
91471 · ICE 101102:50PM1h29
Düsseldorf Airport station04:19PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$801One-way
1 transfer
91467 · ICE 91912:50PM1h29
Düsseldorf Airport station02:19PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$801One-way
1 transfer
IC 2156 · ICE 62712:05PM1h34
Düsseldorf Airport station01:39PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
$881One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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Live departures
Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:50 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 921 | 1:31 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 4h14 | 5:45 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 921 · 4251 | 1:31 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 4h03 | 5:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · S19 · ICE 827 | On time 1:31 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h05 | 3:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26848 · ICE 521 | On time 2:32 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h04 | 4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89868 · ICE 527 | 6:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 7:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89868 · ICE 25 | 6:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h57 | 8:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26806 · ICE 11 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 8:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89870 · ICE 529 | 7:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 8:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26704 · ICE 119 | On time 7:16 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h39 | 8:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89872 · ICE 621 | On time 8:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 9:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89872 · ICE 27 | 8:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h58 | 11:00 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26706 · ICE 219 | 8:16 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h39 | 9:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89874 · ICE 623 | On time 9:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1548 · ICE 15 | On time 10:24 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
 20017+ICE 1548 · ICE 15 | On time 10:25 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h48 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26814 · ICE 1517 | 10:32 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 12:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 627 | On time 10:44 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 107 | On time 11:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 12:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2156 · ICE 627 | On time 11:05 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h34 | 12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 229 | On time 11:44 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h15 | 2:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 919 | On time 11:44 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91467 · ICE 229 | On time 11:50 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h09 | 2:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91467 · ICE 919 | On time 11:50 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 1:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1052 · ICE 1519 | 12:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h10 | 2:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 721 | 12:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 109 | On time 1:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 2:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1011 | On time 1:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 3:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 927 · 4265 | 1:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h50 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 1746 · ICE 17 | On time 2:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h09 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 1546 · ICE 1611 | On time 2:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h10 | 4:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26822 · ICE 1611 | On time 2:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 4:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 725 | 2:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89886 · ICE 725 | 3:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 201 | On time 3:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1013 | On time 3:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 5:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91475 · ICE 1013 | On time 3:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 5:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89888 · ICE 929 | 4:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h20 | 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89888 · ICE 727 | 4:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 929 | 4:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h18 | 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 929 · ICE 613 | 4:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26826 · ICE 1613 | On time 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 6:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 729 | 4:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91477 · IC 2400 · S8 | 4:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h38 | 8:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 89890 · ICE 729 | 5:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 203 | 5:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2152 · ICE 203 | On time 5:05 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h44 | 6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1015 | On time 5:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 7:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91479 · ICE 1015 | On time 5:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 7:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 615 | 6:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91481 · IC 2402 | 6:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h22 | 10:12 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 91481 · ICE 823 | On time 6:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h49 | 8:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 205 | 6:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 8:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89894 · ICE 205 | 7:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h47 | 8:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 221 | 7:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h05 | 9:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26832 · ICE 221 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h57 | 9:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 617 | 7:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 544 · ICE 617 | On time 8:03 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h46 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26836 · IC 60403 | On time 9:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 4h02 | 1:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 542 · ICE 619 | 10:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h49 | 11:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 827 | On time 10:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 4h42 | 3:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
| 26844 · ICE 827 | On time 12:32 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h04 | 3:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€11)
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 17:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€11)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf Airport 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.
The train journey from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas, with occasional countryside views.
The train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 2h 54m and runs 19 per day.
The last train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 5:04 PM.
Train ticket prices from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $23 (€19), while the average price is around $59 (€47).
There is no direct train service currently available from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
A day trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 54m. However, there are 19 train trips per day available for this route.
The cheapest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $14 (€11).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
The first train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 6:04 AM.
The distance by train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 116 miles (187 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
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