How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.

What 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.

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

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

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

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.

Train Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:00am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 35m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	7:00am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 52m	10:52am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:00am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 35m	10:35am	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	9:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 42m	10:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	7:00am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 57m	10:57am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 28m	8:51am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 40m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 28m	8:51am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 40m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 28m	8:51am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 40m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 28m	8:51am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 40m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures for Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	6:23am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 28m	8:51am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
	Train	6:57am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 29m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:36am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 41m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	7:37am	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 40m	10:17am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

111 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $47	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $259	Average Duration3h 4m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $40	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

Dortmund

A
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
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Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train ride duration from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is 3h 4m, covering a distance of 111 miles (179 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 53 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train departs from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:36pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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

12/09

$43

12/10

$91

Today

$85

12/12

$39

12/13

$34

12/14

$44

12/15

$24

12/16

$22

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $240 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 $22 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.