Trains tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: EuroCity Train + Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    EuroCity Train + Regionalbahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 20 at
    Departure city: Dortmund
    Departure location: Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
    Arrival time: May 20 at
    Destination city: Frankfurt am Main
    Destination location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Bus
Average PriceUS$7 - US$124Average Duration3h 45m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$19 - US$242Average Duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$11 - US$46Average Duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
US$11Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$96
Average train trip duration2h 50m
Number of daily trains10
Earliest train departure6:23am
Distance178 km
Latest train departure8:36pm

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Dortmund - Frankfurt am Main

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main cost?

    The average train ticket price from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is US$96. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    A train trip between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main is around 2h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

    The number of trains from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-18
US$110
05-19
US$58
Today
US$42
05-21
No data
05-22
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05-23
US$18
05-24
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05-25
US$56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on May 23, 2025 with a price of US$18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$247 for a train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18 which is on 2025-05-23.

Usually DBAH - ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Frankfurt am Main, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Frankfurt am Main to Dortmund

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