The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
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 £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Düsseldorf Hbf for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train 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 prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 7 · S 8 | Delayed 07:47 07:27Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h01 | 10:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 change | |
ICE 105 · EC 9 · S 8 | On time 09:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h01 | 12:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 18:27 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen from £9. 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.
FAQs: Düsseldorf Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
