The average train between Dortmund and Frankfurt (Main)Messe takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund to Frankfurt (Main)Messe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Dortmund and Frankfurt (Main)Messe. The earliest departure is at 4:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 7:35 PM which arrives into Frankfurt (Main)Messe at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Frankfurt (Main)Messe. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Frankfurt (Main)Messe station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Dortmund to Frankfurt (Main)Messe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Frankfurt (Main)Messe train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.
The distance between Dortmund and Frankfurt (Main)Messe is 176.6 km. The road distance is 289 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurt every 2 hours. Tickets cost €50–230 and the journey takes 2h 32m.