What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is to bus which costs €8 - €16 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Frankfurt central train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main is 286 km. The road distance is 219.5 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €50 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurt takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main train from?

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €50 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €16 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1572+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main.

Can I share a ride from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dortmund and Frankfurt am Main. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2h 32m
€50–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
3h 20m
€8–16
Drive 219.5 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Frankfurt am Maincar 219.5 km
2h 3m
€31–45
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 11m
€107–182
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dortmund to Frankfurtrideshare 215.7 km
2h 40m
€8–18

Dortmund to Frankfurt am Main by train

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Distance: 286 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Frankfurt am Main, Germany?

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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Frankfurt central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 20m. SARVALTEH AUTO also services this route once daily.

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