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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£84

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

Of the 43 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Dortmund 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 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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 27+

HLB24512+

RE 33091

12:013h58

Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

15:59Dortmund Hbf

£241One-way

2 changes

HLB24510+

RE 33089

10:203h39

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

13:59Dortmund Hbf

£461One-way

1 change

HLB24512+

RE 33091

12:203h39

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

15:59Dortmund Hbf

£461One-way

1 change

ICE 1022

07:573h24

Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

11:21Dortmund Hbf

£571One-way

0 changes

ICE 206 · IC 2441

08:102h11

Frankfurt Airport long-distance station

10:21Dortmund Hbf

£571One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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4h 10m average duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 37m average duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions
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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 June

Last updated at 23:08

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 1022	On time 05:57 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h24	09:21 Dortmund Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 474 · ICE 642	On time 05:58 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h13	10:11 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 206 · IC 2441	On time 06:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h11	08:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 316 · RE 26813	On time 06:15 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h59	09:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
S 8 · IC 2049	On time 06:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3h51	10:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 316 · RE 26813	On time 06:30 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h44	09:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
S 9 · ICE 614 · ICE 1022	On time 06:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h49	09:21 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 1672 · RE 26716 · IC 2046	On time 06:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h41	11:32 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 614 · ICE 1022	On time 07:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h11	09:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 128 · IC 1959	On time 07:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h41	10:08 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 128 · IC 1959	On time 07:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h27	10:08 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 1020 · ICE 202 · IC 2049	On time 07:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h39	10:21 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 1020 · RE 26719	On time 07:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h55	11:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 1020 · RE 26719	On time 07:57 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h40	11:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 728 · 89467	On time 08:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h28	10:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 202 · IC 2049	On time 08:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h11	10:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
HLB24510+RE 33089	On time 08:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h39	11:59 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 728 · 89467	On time 08:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h14	10:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 16 · RE 26817	On time 08:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h49	11:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
S 8 · IC 2047	On time 08:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3h51	12:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 16 · RE 26817	On time 08:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h33	11:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
S 9 · ICE 372 · RE 26720	On time 08:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	4h34	13:19 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 726 · RE 26719	On time 09:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h28	11:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 372 · RE 26720	On time 09:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h05	13:19 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 726 · RE 26719	On time 09:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h14	11:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 126 · ICE 1010	On time 09:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h37	12:04 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 928 · RE 26723	On time 09:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h55	13:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 928 · ICE 200 · IC 2047	On time 09:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h39	12:21 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 1010	On time 09:54 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h10	12:04 Dortmund Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 928 · RE 26723	On time 09:57 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h40	13:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 27+HLB24512+RE 33091	On time 10:01 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h58	13:59 Dortmund Hbf	2 changes
ICE 798 · ICE 1224	On time 10:09 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h07	14:16 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 724 · ICE 941	On time 10:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h34	12:43 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 200 · IC 2047	On time 10:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h11	12:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
HLB24512+RE 33091	On time 10:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h39	13:59 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 314 · RE 26821	On time 10:25 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h49	13:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 724 · ICE 941	On time 10:25 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h18	12:43 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
S 8 · IC 2045	On time 10:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	3h51	14:21 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 314 · RE 26821	On time 10:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h33	13:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 578 · ICE 848	On time 10:58 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h12	15:10 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 722 · RE 26723	On time 11:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h28	13:37 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 370 · IC 2152	On time 11:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h00	15:14 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
ICE 124 · ICE 918	On time 11:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h37	14:04 Dortmund Hbf	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund.

Trains

from £27

Coaches

from £10

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

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Pro

No security check

Proximity to the city

Environmental friendliness

Cons

Duration

Overcrowding

Limited accessibility

What a great experience! The train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund was modern and equipped with free wifi and plenty of power sockets, which made it easy to work. The seats were extremely comfortable and the journey was quiet and relaxed. The catering was delicious and the staff were extremely attentive. My reservation was effortless. In terms of journey time, the time flew by as the train completed the journey efficiently and on time. An all-round great travelling experience!

Pro

Comfortable

WIFI

Cons

Price

I often use Deutsche Bahn to get around on business. This morning I travelled from Frankfurt to Dortmund by train. I really have to praise the train at this point and give it a clear recommendation in advance. Not only did the train arrive on time, but it was also in super clean condition. The seating areas were clean and well maintained, the train was not littered and the sanitary facilities were clean. The food on board was delicious. Another positive aspect for me was that the wifi offered and the sockets for charging your devices were available and worked. Travelling with Deutsche Bahn is very comfortable.

Pro

Fast drive

Cons

Very overpriced journey

That was one of the most expensive and worst journeys. All in all, of course, it wasn't that bad, but in comparison it was a real disappointment for the price. I paid more money than I normally pay for a ticket and my mood was worse as a result. The service was just as bad-tempered and rather grim. At least I arrived in Dortmund quickly and without delay

Pro

Fast arrival

Nice passengers

Reasonably priced

Cons

Not so clean

Weak internet

I travelled by train from Frankfurt Central Station to Dortmund Central Station on 10 April. Time: 15:26 - 18:57. The journey was very pleasant, it was very reasonably priced. There were no delays and I arrived on time as planned. Unfortunately, the internet is a bit weak, you can't work well on a laptop. The train was not very hygienic, the toilets were very smelly, which was very unpleasant. For the price-performance ratio, however, it was still recommendable. Train no. 2226

Pro

It was very favourable

Cons

There were no negative characteristics

I travelled from Frankfurt Central Station to Dortmund Central Station yesterday. The train was relatively punctual. I had found the ticket a few days ago for a very reasonable price. My friend and I sat next to each other and we had the opportunity to spread out, as no one was sitting next to us. We both had separate sockets for our mobile phones. I also asked for wifi and we got it. We travelled for 3 hours and 30 minutes. The toilets were also very clean and new. I had packed a few things in my bag, so I didn't need to buy anything from there, but you still had the option. So I made myself comfortable with my friend and we watched a film. I would recommend it to anyone and would travel by train again myself.

Pro

Fast arrival

Good wifi

Cons

Delay

Dirty toilets

I really like the train journey because I reached my destination very quickly. I also liked the fact that the ticket was very cheap. Another thing I liked was that I could buy the train ticket very easily online. I also liked the fact that the wifi was very good. However, I didn't like the fact that the train was 5 minutes late and the toilets were dirty. Another positive aspect is that I didn't have to change trains.

Pro

Clean

Cons

According to

I travelled on IC 2320 for about four and a half hours. My seat was very clean and the journey was quite nice as I was able to do my work. It was a bit noisy at the beginning and that bothered me a bit, but that happens sometimes. Otherwise quite good.

Pro

Good wifi

Cons

Dirty toilet

What I found very convincing about this train journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund was that I was able to book the ticket very easily and it was quite cheap. I also liked the fact that the train wasn't delayed and that I arrived at my destination quickly. Another point that I liked was the good wifi. However, there was one thing I didn't like and that was the dirty toilets.

Pro

Punctual

Bistro

Loudness

Cons

Hygiene

I travelled from Frankfurt to Dortmund with my husband. The train was actually on time and we made our connection in Dortmund. As always, the staff were very friendly and courteous and the on-board bistro had plenty of choice. The train was very quiet and we were able to enjoy the almost 1½ hour journey. Unfortunately, the toilet hygiene was not at all good and more attention should be paid to this.

Pro

Cosy

Cons

I travelled by ICE from Frankfurt am Main main station to Dortmund main station. I booked the ticket online, which was quick and easy. The train was on time and the journey took about 2 1/2 hours. The toilet facilities were not clean enough for my taste. The ticket checks went smoothly. It was so relaxed that I slept through most of the journey.

Pro

Service

Punctuality

Short journey duration

Cons

None

The journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund turned out to be a pleasant experience. Especially because the service staff were extremely friendly to me. In addition, the train was pleasantly ventilated and the seats were very ergonomic and comfortable. I can only praise the cleanliness of the train. There were no delays during the entire journey. The journey time was relatively manageable.

Pro

Helpfulness of the service

Cons

Delaying the journey

The train journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund was comfortable, with friendly service and good cleanliness. The journey time was reasonable but the price was a little high for what was on offer. Unfortunately there was a delay due to technical problems, but the staff were generally helpful.

Pro

Clean

Cons

None at all

What struck me as particularly positive was that the train was on time to the minute. It was also very clean and hygienic. Any leftover food or other debris had all been cleared away beforehand. I would also like to emphasise that the staff went out of their way to make the journey as pleasant as possible. Overall, I give it five stars and my personal recommendation.

Pro

Quiet

Clean

Punctual

Cons

We arrived on time at our destination station, Dortmund Hbf. The conductor was very friendly to me and the train was clean. The toilet was clean too. There was wifi, which worked rather wifi. I didn't have to change trains and stayed on the same train the whole time. I was happy with the seats, which were quite comfortable. The journey took about 3.5 hours. It was pleasantly quiet on the train.

Pro

Hygiene

Cons

Punctuality

I would particularly like to emphasise that it was a very clean train with well-cleaned seats. However, I was a little disappointed when I learnt that the train would arrive almost 20 minutes late. The staff were very friendly and explained the situation calmly. I would definitely recommend booking your ticket online, as there are usually problems when buying tickets on the spot and, in the worst case, you may not be able to travel.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Distance

177 km

Average train duration

3h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

£13

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 11m

First train

03:46

Last train

22:27

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and Hessische Landesbahn trains Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

Travel between Frankfurt am Main and Dortmund from £12 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and Hessische Landesbahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains to Dortmund from Frankfurt am Main. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: £12
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund train

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund is 2 h 12 min to travel the 110 mile long journey, with around there are 23 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund leaves at 23: 57.

Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.

A trip to Dortmund from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund by train is January.

You have options as you can travel from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Dortmund

Frankfurt am Main

Dortmund

The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund.

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