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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 17
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
7
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 $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Fast trains
Of the 7 trains that leave Dusseldorf Airport for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Wed, Jun 17, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
1:31 AM3h59Dusseldorf Airport5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$181One-way0 transfers- 1:35 AM4h10Dusseldorf Airport5:45 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$211One-way0 transfers
- 5:44 PM3h18Dusseldorf Airport9:02 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$231One-way0 transfers
- 12:48 AM4h46Dusseldorf Airport5:34 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$351One-way0 transfers
- 7:54 PM1h55Dusseldorf Airport9:49 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 7:54 PM1h55Dusseldorf Airport9:49 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$421One-way0 transfers
- 10:03 PM1h57Dusseldorf Airport12:00 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$511One-way0 transfers
- 5:44 PM3h18Dusseldorf Airport9:02 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport$231One-way0 transfers
7:44 AM3h44Dusseldorf Airport11:28 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$791One-way0 transfers- 1:31 AM3h59Dusseldorf Airport5:30 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport$181One-way0 transfers
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 $12. 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 $12, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$44 Average price | $139 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).
This is compared to other travel options from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $44 (€36).
A bus is $123 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $139 (€112).
The fastest way to travel from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 50m.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 39m.
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dusseldorf Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 39m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $42 (€34) 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.
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
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, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S11 · ICE 627 | On time 11:44 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · S8 | 11:44 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h44 | 3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 944 · ICE 1644 · S8 | 12:00 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h28 | 3:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 89878 · ICE 627 | On time 12:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 107 | On time 12:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 123 | Delayed 12:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 12:48 PM 12:48 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26816 · ICE 123 | Delayed 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 12:48 PM 12:48 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 919 | On time 12:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 642 · ICE 229 | On time 12:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h15 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 28517 · ICE 919 | On time 12:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · IC 5106 · ICE 315 | 1:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
IC 5106 · ICE 315+ 20021 | Delayed 11:45 AM 1:25 PMDüsseldorf Airport station | 1h48 | 3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26818 · ICE 1519 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 721 | On time 1:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89882 · ICE 721 | On time 2:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89882 · ICE 109 · IC 1946 · 29543 | 2:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h18 | 5:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 109 | On time 2:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 109 · IC 1946 · 29543 | 2:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h16 | 5:20 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 125 | On time 2:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26820 · ICE 125 | On time 2:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1546 · ICE 1611 | 3:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h10 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 26822 · ICE 1611 | 3:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 725 | On time 3:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89886 · ICE 725 | On time 4:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89886 · ICE 201 · IC 1948 · S8 | 4:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h26 | 7:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 201 · IC 1948 · S8 | 4:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h24 | 7:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 201 | 4:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 127 | 4:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 6:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26824 · ICE 127 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 6:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28525 · ICE 1013 | On time 4:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28525 · ICE 929 | 4:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h09 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26826 · ICE 1613 | 5:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h02 | 7:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 729 | On time 5:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 21339 · ICE 203 · ICE 1640 · S8 | 6:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 3h26 | 9:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 21339 · ICE 729 | On time 6:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h37 | 7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 203 · ICE 1640 · S8 | 6:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h24 | 9:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 203 | On time 6:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h45 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 129 | 6:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26828 · ICE 129 | 6:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1021 | On time 6:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h15 | 9:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 1015 | On time 6:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h35 | 8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28529 · ICE 1015 | On time 6:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h29 | 8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 28531 · ICE 823 | 7:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h49 | 9:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 205 | On time 7:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 205 · IC 2242 | 7:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h05 | 10:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 21341 · ICE 205 | On time 8:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h47 | 9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 21341 · ICE 205 · IC 2242 | 8:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h57 | 10:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| S11 · ICE 221 | On time 8:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h49 | 10:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26832 · ICE 221 | On time 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h41 | 10:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 617 | 8:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h55 | 10:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89896 · ICE 617 | 9:03 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h46 | 10:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 619 | 10:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 2h08 | 1:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · IC 60403 | 10:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 3h07 | 2:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 21343 · IC 60403 | 11:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h59 | 2:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 21343 · ICE 619 | 11:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 2h00 | 1:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| S11 · ICE 827 | 11:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 4h42 | 4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
| 12:48 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h46 | 5:34 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:31 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 3h59 | 5:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:35 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 4h10 | 5:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:44 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 3h44 | 11:28 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 33 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 1h 39m.
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 $12 (€10)
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 33 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 12:24 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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 $12 (€10)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport 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
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
$18 (€15)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
33 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
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
$64 (€52)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
12 a day
Complete guide to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Things to do in Frankfurt am Main Airport
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.
- Must visit
Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt
Major exhibition hall for ambitious temporary shows in modern and contemporary art beside the Römer area.
- Must visit
Senckenberg Nature Museum
A highly popular natural history museum, especially known for dinosaur skeletons and strong fossil and biodiversity displays.
- Must visit
Römerberg
Frankfurt’s historic central square, lined with reconstructed timbered houses and surrounded by many of the city’s key sights.
- Must visit
Museumsufer
Riverside museum district along the Main, ideal for walking and one of the city’s most culturally rich areas.
- Must visit
Neue Altstadt
Rebuilt old town quarter mixing reconstructed historic houses with modern architecture, now one of Frankfurt’s most photographed areas.
Frankfurter Würstchen
Thin smoked pork sausages traditionally served with mustard, bread, and potato salad. A classic Frankfurt specialty with protected regional status.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Grüne Soße
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.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Handkäs mit Musik
A small sour milk cheese marinated with onions, vinegar, and oil. A traditional Hessian tavern dish loved for its sharp, rustic flavor.
Lohninger
A stylish upscale restaurant blending Austrian and regional influences, suitable for travelers seeking refined dining beyond standard tavern fare.
Restaurant Unterschweinstiege
Established traditional restaurant near the airport and city forest, known for Hessian specialties, apple wine, and a rustic atmosphere.
Zum Gemalten Haus
Well-known apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen serving classic Frankfurt dishes such as Grüne Soße, schnitzel, and Handkäs in a lively traditional setting.
Euro
Airport prices are higher than in the city. Meals, coffee, and convenience items cost noticeably more than average in Germany.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for snacks or fast food.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-30 per person.
- Fine dining
- EUR 45-80 per person.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
RMVgo
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 3.80
- Day pass
- EUR 7.80
To the city center
Frankfurt Airport Regionalbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main -> Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt am Main
- Distance
- 12 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- You can use contactless card payment at RMV ticket machines, but onboard card payment on buses or trams is not consistently available. Buy tickets in the RMVgo app or at station machines before travel
- For Frankfurt Airport, use the Regionalbahnhof for S-Bahn trains to the city; the Fernbahnhof is mainly for long-distance services. Validate that your ticket covers the correct fare zone before travel
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.
Train ticket prices from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $18 (€15), while the average price is around $44 (€36).
The train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 1h 39m and runs 33 per day.
The first train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 12:24 AM.
The distance by train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 116 miles (187 km).
The last train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 10:54 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $12 (€10).
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.
A day trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is not feasible, as the journey takes 1h 39m. However, there are 19 train trips per day available for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Since both Dusseldorf Airport and Frankfurt am Main Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Frankfurt am Main Airport include Cologne, Strasbourg, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart, Heidelberg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dusseldorf Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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