The average train between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Dortmund takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Dortmund. 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 Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Dortmund. The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Dortmund at 3:37 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station and arriving at Dortmund station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.
Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.
Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Dortmund train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Dortmund train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Dortmund is 177.7 km. The road distance is 293 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Dortmund Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €50–230 and the journey takes 2h 19m.