- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
4 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf without transferring at least once.
S85 · S42 · ICE 1052 · 89720
S9 · 21846 · ICE 942
21854 · ICE 640 · 26718
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21846 · ICE 942
21854 · ICE 640 · 26718
S9 · 21846 · ICE 942
18507 · ICE 652 · 20078
S9 · ICE 942Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €54.
Distance: 297 miles (479 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€74 Average price | €105 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf costing on average €74.
A bus is €80 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf costing on average €105.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 4m.
Bus takes on average 8h 0m.
The journey is about 18m faster (5h 4m by train vs 5h 22m by car) and roughly €12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€74 vs €86). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:12 AM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 4h55 | 1:07 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:46 AM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 5h21 | 4:07 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
S9 · ICE 652 · 20078 | 8:07 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 5h39 | 1:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S85 · S42 · ICE 1052 · 89720 | 8:13 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 5h52 | 2:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
18507 · ICE 652 · 20078 | 8:31 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 5h15 | 1:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 942 | On time 8:47 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 5h21 | 2:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · 21846 · ICE 942 | On time 8:58 AM Berlin-Schönefeld Flughafen | 5h10 | 2:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
21846 · ICE 942 | On time 9:16 AM Flughafen BER - Terminal 1–2 | 4h52 | 2:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 14:47. The fastest train covers the 297 miles (479 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 297 miles (479 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 2:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf trains use the Berlin Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Berlin Brandenburg Airport and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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