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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
76
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 76 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Düsseldorf Hbf on Tue, Aug 25, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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 604023:29 AM2h46Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:15 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$191One-way0 transfers- ICE 222 · 285045:17 AM1h44Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:01 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 18 · 268096:48 AM1h32Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:20 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 826 · 285065:56 AM2h05Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:01 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6184:59 AM1h33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:32 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10147:41 AM1h12Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:53 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$411One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5288:22 PM1h27Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:49 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5269:22 PM1h29Frankfurt Airport long-distance station10:51 PMDüsseldorf Hbf$501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 18 · 268096:48 AM1h32Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:20 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6184:59 AM1h33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station6:32 AMDüsseldorf Hbf$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf 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 train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $310 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf costing on average $73 (€59).
A bus is $277 (€223) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf costing on average $310 (€249).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf Hbf take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 45m.
Bus takes on average 5h 42m.
You'll arrive about 54m sooner (1h 34m by train vs 2h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€59) compared to roughly $45 (€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.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60402 | 3:29 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h46 | 6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 618 | 4:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h33 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 222 · 28504 | 5:17 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h44 | 7:01 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 826 · 28506 | 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 8:01 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 18 · 26809 | 6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h32 | 8:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1014 | Delayed 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h12 | 7:38 AM 7:38 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 204 · S1 | 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 10:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2522 · 17409 · S8 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 10:28 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1612 · 17409 · S8 | 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h02 | 10:28 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2549 · 17414 · S1 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h45 | 12:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 128 · 89717 | 8:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 10:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 614 · S1 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 11:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 820 · 17411 · 26815 | 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 11:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2520 · 17411 · 26815 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 11:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4254 · 28516 · 17415 · 26819 | 9:24 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h03 | 1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1012 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h57 | 11:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 202 · S1 | 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 12:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2528 · 17413 · S8 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 12:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1610 · 17413 · S8 | 10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h02 | 12:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2547 · 17418 · S1 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h45 | 2:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 126 · 89721 | 10:50 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h57 | 12:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 612 · S1 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 1:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 726 · 17415 · 26819 | On time 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2536 · 17415 · 26819 | 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1010 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h57 | 1:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 200 · S1 | 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 2:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2534 · 17417 · S8 | 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 2:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1518 · 17417 · S8 | 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h02 | 2:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2545 · 17422 · S1 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h45 | 4:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 124 · 89725 | On time 12:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 2:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 610 · S1 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 3:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 722 · 17419 · S8 | 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 3:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2532 · 17419 · S8 | 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 3:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 918 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h00 | 3:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 228 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h58 | 4:57 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 108 · S1 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 4:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2530 · 17421 · 26825 | 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1516 · 17421 · 26825 | 2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h01 | 4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 2012 | 2:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h37 | 6:07 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 122 · 89729 | On time 2:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 4:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 518 · S1 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 5:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 628 · 17423 · 26827 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 5:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 916 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h00 | 5:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 28 · S1 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 7:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 · S1 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h04 | 6:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1514 · 17425 · S8 | 4:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h02 | 6:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29542 · IC 2041 · ICE 104 · S1 | 4:37 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h28 | 8:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 12 · 89733 | 4:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 6:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 516 · S1 | On time 5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h05 | 7:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 624 · 17427 · S8 | On time 5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 7:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 224 · 89735 | 5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h46 | 7:34 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 118 | On time 5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h52 | 7:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 26 · 10442 · 17432 · 89345 | 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 9:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 104 · S1 | On time 6:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h54 | 8:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 622 · 17430 · 89343 | On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 8:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 622 · S1 | On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h13 | 8:35 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1512 · 17429 · S8 | 6:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h02 | 8:28 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29544 · IC 2349 · 17434 · 89347 | 6:37 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h43 | 10:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 120 · 89737 | On time 6:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 8:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 514 · S1 | On time 7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h55 | 9:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 620 · 17432 · 89345 | 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h58 | 9:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 912 | On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h44 | 9:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 24 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h50 | 10:49 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 528 | 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h27 | 9:49 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 318 · 89741 | 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h18 | 10:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · IC 2347 · 28538 · 17447 | 8:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h54 | 12:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 526 | 9:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h29 | 10:51 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 910 · 17435 · 26839 | On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h41 | 11:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 910 · 89743 | On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 11:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 22 | 9:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h52 | 12:51 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 100 · S1 | 10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h24 | 12:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 100 · 17447 · 26841 | 10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h13 | 12:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 524 · 89745 | 10:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h25 | 12:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 510 · 10638 · 26843 | On time 11:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h13 | 1:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 522 · 89747 | 11:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h22 | 1:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 1:29 AM |
Last train 9:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf 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 Düsseldorf Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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