Trains from Dortmund to Frankfurt

  • Lowest price from ≈ $71.07 €62.00
  • Average duration 3h 7m
  • Connections per day 5
  • Distance 178 km
  • CO₂ per person 2 kg

train from Dortmund to Frankfurt

The journey from Dortmund to Frankfurt is about 178 km. On average a train trip takes 3h 7m with 5 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $71.07 €62.00
Trip duration 3h 7m
Connections per day 5
Lowest price ≈ $71.07 €62.00
Highest price ≈ $116.91 €101.99
First departure 07:59 AM
Last departure 08:36 AM
Distance 178 km
Departure Dortmund
Arrival Frankfurt
Travel operator Intercity, Intercity-Express
Find the best price
Intercity-Express12.46 kg CO₂
04:34Dortmund Hbf
3h 40m
08:14Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
≈ $45.74 €39.90
direct
Intercity-Express12.46 kg CO₂
01:51Dortmund Hbf
2h 43m
04:48Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
≈ $68.66 €59.90
1 changes
Intercity-Express12.46 kg CO₂
03:57Dortmund Hbf
2h 51m
06:48Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
≈ $68.66 €59.90
direct

Next departures from Dortmund to Frankfurt

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

DB - Regional Express ≈ $71.07 €62.00
07:59 Dortmund Hbf
3h 35m · 1 changes
11:38 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
DB - InterCity Express (ICE) ≈ $103.16 €89.99
08:12 Dortmund Hbf
2h 25m · 1 changes
10:48 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
National Express ≈ $116.91 €101.99
08:28 Dortmund Hbf
3h 34m · 2 changes
12:44 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
DB - InterCity Express (ICE) —
08:35 Dortmund Hbf
3h 37m · direct
12:12 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
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Carriers on this route

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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 12.46kg
bus 13.35kg
flight 35.6kg
carpool 28.48kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Dortmund to Frankfurt?

The train journey between Dortmund and Frankfurt emits 12.46kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Dortmund and Frankfurt?

Taking the train between Dortmund and Frankfurt saves 23.14kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.89kg compared to the bus and 16.02kg compared to the car.

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