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 R 1 258. 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!

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

A train trip between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main is around 3h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train 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 62. 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.

Which train companies travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

Train Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main from R 273 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	18:36	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 14m	21:50	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	18:14	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 34m	20:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:36	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 14m	15:50	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	12:46	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 17m	17:03	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:36	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 14m	15:50	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 58m	10:35	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 35m	11:12	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 35m	11:12	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	CheapestFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
InterCity + Regional-Express	Train	12:10	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 22m	16:32	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:29	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	3h 44m	23:13	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 42m	09:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
Regionalbahn + InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:37	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	4h 15m	10:52	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
	Train	06:23	Hbf Bus Stop - Dortmund	2h 25m	08:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No 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 R 231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

179 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 266 - R 1 080	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 294 - R 4 529	Average duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 231 - R 628	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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

Stops in Dortmund

A - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

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

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 R 1 258. 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!
How long is the train trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main is around 3h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 179 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train 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 62. 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.
Which train companies travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

R 2 401

17/11

R 1 473

Today

R 1 260

19/11

R 1 050

20/11

R 1 470

21/11

R 1 470

22/11

R 924

23/11

R 1 134

The cheapest trip from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of R 924

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 R 924 to R 4 346 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 R 924, which is on 2025-11-22.