Trains from Frankfurt to Dortmund
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- Lowest price from $54.92
- Average duration 2h 59m
- Connections per day 7
- Distance 178 km
- CO₂ per person 2 kg
train from Frankfurt to Dortmund
The journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund is about 178 km. On average a train trip takes 2h 59m with 7 connections per day.
| Lowest price | $54.92 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 2h 59m |
| Connections per day | 7 |
| Lowest price | $54.92 |
| Highest price | $366.95 |
| First departure | 12:20 PM |
| Last departure | 01:09 PM |
| Distance | 178 km |
| Departure | Frankfurt |
| Arrival | Dortmund |
| Travel operator | HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Regional-Express HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Intercity, National Express, Intercity-Express |
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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
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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.
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.
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.
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
CO₂ emissions by mode
The train journey between Frankfurt and Dortmund emits 12.46kg of CO₂.
Taking the train between Frankfurt and Dortmund saves 23.14kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.89kg compared to the bus and 16.02kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Frankfurt to Dortmund costs ≈ $174.11 (€155.34). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $54.92 (€49.00).
The cheapest ticket from Frankfurt to Dortmund costs ≈ $54.92 (€49.00). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Frankfurt and Dortmund are 178 km apart.
The journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund takes about 2h 59m on average. The fastest option takes 2h 17m.
This route is served by 5 operators: HLB Hessenbahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Intercity, National Express and Intercity-Express.
There are about 7 connections per day from Frankfurt to Dortmund.
The first train from Frankfurt to Dortmund leaves at 12:20 PM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Frankfurt to Dortmund leaves at 01:09 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $54.92 (€49.00) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Frankfurt to Dortmund.
The shortest train journey between Frankfurt and Dortmund takes 2h 17m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt and Dortmund.
The train journey from Frankfurt to Dortmund generates 2 kg of CO₂.