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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 47 m
Trains on 17 Sept
10
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 10 trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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 921 · 42512:513h43Düsseldorf Hbf6:34Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£161One-way1 change- 28511 · ICE 2013 · S89:583h30Düsseldorf Hbf13:28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£411One-way2 changes
- ICE 5298:201h19Düsseldorf Hbf9:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way0 changes
- 28515 · IC 2044 · S811:593h29Düsseldorf Hbf15:28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£461One-way2 changes
- 28503 · IC 2348 · S85:583h30Düsseldorf Hbf9:28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£461One-way2 changes
- ICE 5298:201h19Düsseldorf Hbf9:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£451One-way0 changes
- ICE 1198:331h23Düsseldorf Hbf9:56Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£501One-way0 changes
- ICE 1038:241h25Düsseldorf Hbf9:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£501One-way0 changes
- ICE 1218:461h27Düsseldorf Hbf10:13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£611One-way0 changes
- 28519 · IC 2046 · 2954313:583h22Düsseldorf Hbf17:20Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a flight costs an average of £204.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£33 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen costing on average £33.
A coach is £184 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen costing on average £204.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 51m.
Coach takes on average 4h 47m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £32 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
Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 921 · 4251 | Delayed 0:51 2:51Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h43 | 6:34 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| 28503 · IC 2348 · S8 | 5:58 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 9:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 529 | On time 8:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h19 | 9:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 103 | On time 8:24 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h25 | 9:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 119 | On time 8:33 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h23 | 9:56 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 121 | On time 8:46 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h27 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 28511 · ICE 2013 · S8 | 9:58 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 13:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| 28515 · IC 2044 · S8 | 11:59 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h29 | 15:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| 28519 · IC 2046 · 29543 | 13:58 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h22 | 17:20 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| 28523 · IC 2048 · S8 | 15:58 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h30 | 19:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
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Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen from £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: Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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 Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Düsseldorf Hbf
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