Train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
InterCityTrain
Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
Frankfurt HbfCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
Frankfurt HbfFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn
Train
Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt WestNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
Frankfurt SüdNo tags
InterCity + S-Bahn
Train
Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund
Frankfurt SüdNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

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 £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
111 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£12 - £36Average duration3h 45m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£10 - £199Average duration3h 4m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£10 - £31Average duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 111 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 53 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    The earliest train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:36.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
£70
11/12
£65
Today
£82
13/12
£28
14/12
£37
15/12
£24
16/12
£17
17/12
£17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

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 £17 to £182 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 £17, which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually Deutsche Bahn 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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