- Must visit
MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg 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 to Duisburg will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 16 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Duisburg on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
ICE 1022 · 17412 · S1+
20018
FlixTrain · FlixTrain
S8 · IC 2549 · 17414 · S1
4491 · IC 2549 · 17414 · S1
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 26813
ICE 128 · 89717
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 26813
ICE 2522 · 17409 · 26813
ICE 128
ICE 204 · S1+
20016Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg 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 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m 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 |
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 Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg costing on average $50 (€40).
A bus is $121 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg costing on average $141 (€114).
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Bus takes on average 3h 26m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€40) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 · ICE 618 | Delayed 1:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h34 | 6:45 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60402 · ICE 618 | Delayed 1:29 AM 3:29 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 6:45 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1518 · IC 2200 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h14 | 2:25 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1518 · IC 2200 | On time 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 2:25 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · IC 2545 · IC 2008 | 12:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h55 | 4:25 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 314 · 26821 | On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h02 | 2:36 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 124 | Delayed 10:38 AM 12:36 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h44 | 3:20 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 314 · 26821 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h48 | 2:36 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4258 · ICE 918 | Delayed 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h00 | 1:56 PM 1:56 PMDuisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | Delayed 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h28 | 1:56 PM 1:56 PMDuisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1516 · IC 2008 | On time 2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h59 | 4:25 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
ICE 1022 · 17412 · S1+ 20018 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h44 | 11:43 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 2522 · 17409 · 26813 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h41 | 10:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 204 · S1 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h36 | 10:47 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · S1+ 20016 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h32 | 10:43 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 26813 | On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h37 | 10:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2522 · 17409 · 26813 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h27 | 10:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1612 · 17409 · 26813 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h23 | 10:49 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S8 · IC 2549 · 17414 · S1 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h13 | 12:43 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 128 | On time 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h42 | 11:20 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 128 · 89717 | On time 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h35 | 11:13 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4491 · IC 2549 · 17414 · S1 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h05 | 12:43 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1656 · ICE 614 · S1 | On time 8:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h04 | 11:47 AM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1656 · ICE 614 · S1+ 20018 | On time 8:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h00 | 11:43 AM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 128 · 89717 | On time 8:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h21 | 11:13 AM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 128 | On time 8:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h28 | 11:20 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Duisburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Duisburg trip today.
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Duisburg trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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-Ruhrort is 3 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Ruhrort 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: Ristorante Belvedere, Pizzeria Bravo, Zollhaus im Freihafen, Adana Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Ruhrort. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Ruhrort.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Ruhrort. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Ruhrort.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Ruhrort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Ruhrort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Ruhrort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Ruhrort.
Nearby hotels include Taverne im Deutschen Haus, LaVigie, Hotel am Freihafen.
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