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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 10 trains that leave Duisburg for Frankfurt am Main every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
FlixTrain · FlixTrain9:4110h19Duisburg Hbf20:00Frankfurt South station£211One-way1 change
ICE 103 · IC 2040 · S88:133h15Duisburg Hbf11:28Frankfurt am Main Flughafen£391One-way2 changes- ICE 1198:161h39Duisburg Hbf9:55Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£431One-way0 changes
- ICE 119 · ICE 258:161h57Duisburg Hbf10:13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£451One-way1 change
- ICE 915 · ICE 118:491h55Duisburg Hbf10:44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£451One-way1 change
- ICE 5298:071h32Duisburg Hbf9:39Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£511One-way0 changes
- ICE 1038:131h36Duisburg Hbf9:49Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£511One-way0 changes
- ICE 1198:161h39Duisburg Hbf9:55Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£431One-way0 changes
- ICE 1218:331h40Duisburg Hbf10:13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station£551One-way0 changes
- ICE 5298:071h44Duisburg Hbf9:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main 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 50m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 199 km
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Live departures
Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 527 | Delayed 5:08 7:07Duisburg Hbf | 1h32 | 8:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 527 | Delayed 5:08 7:07Duisburg Hbf | 1h44 | 8:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 26806 · ICE 1513 | On time 7:23 Duisburg Hbf | 2h11 | 9:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| ICE 103 · IC 2040 · S8 | On time 8:13 Duisburg Hbf | 3h15 | 11:28 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 103 | On time 8:13 Duisburg Hbf | 1h36 | 9:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 119 | On time 8:16 Duisburg Hbf | 1h39 | 9:55 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 119 · ICE 25 | On time 8:16 Duisburg Hbf | 1h57 | 10:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 121 | Delayed 6:37 8:33Duisburg Hbf | 1h54 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 121 | Delayed 6:37 8:33Duisburg Hbf | 1h40 | 10:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 915 · ICE 11 | On time 8:49 Duisburg Hbf | 1h55 | 10:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 8:51 Duisburg Hbf | 11h09 | 20:00 Frankfurt South station | 1 change | |
| ICE 646 · ICE 27 | Delayed 7:43 8:53Duisburg Hbf | 3h20 | 12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 621 | On time 9:07 Duisburg Hbf | 1h44 | 10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main
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Trains from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Duisburg and Frankfurt am Main 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.
Hessische Landesbahn
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Duisburg and Frankfurt am Main
Most Duisburg to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Frankfurt am Main train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Duisburg station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?
Getting to Duisburg Hbf from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Getting to Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Getting to Duisburg-Großenbaum from Duisburg city centre
Duisburg-Großenbaum is 7 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Großenbaum train station facilities and services
Duisburg-Großenbaum 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 and drink
Food options include: Pizzeria Da Francesco, Restaurant Waidmannsheil, Eiscafe Käsemann, Pizzeria u. Pers. Restaurant Kaviar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains from Duisburg arrive at?
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
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 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 Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
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 Duisburg
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