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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bruchsal to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bruchsal to Duisburg:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruchsal to Duisburg costing on average $103 (€84).
A bus is $123 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruchsal to Duisburg costing on average $157 (€128).
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
Tickets start at around $103 (€84) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-40.95 (€-33.31). The journey takes 4h 48m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Bruchsal to Duisburg run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€84) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 12:57 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruchsal to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bruchsal to Duisburg trains use the Bruchsal to Duisburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bruchsal and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruchsal 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: Hot Dog, Wallhall, Ristorante Pizzeria La Dolce Vita zum Engel, Hotel Restaurant Poseidon
Wi-Fi is available at Bruchsal. ATMs are available at Bruchsal.
Ticket office support is available at Bruchsal. Information desks are available at Bruchsal.
Luggage storage is available at Bruchsal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bruchsal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruchsal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruchsal.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Restaurant Poseidon, Hotelrestaurant Wallhall, Hotel Restaurant Ratskeller, Hotel Scheffelhöhe.
Bruchsal Schlachthof is 1 km from Bruchsal city centre. Public transport options include:
Bruchsal Schlachthof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Hotel, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bruchsal Schlachthof.
Available at Bruchsal Schlachthof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bruchsal Schlachthof: Bike Rental.
Bruchsal Tunnelstr. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bruchsal Tunnelstr..
ATMs are available at Bruchsal Tunnelstr..
Available at Bruchsal Tunnelstr.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruchsal Tunnelstr.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruchsal Tunnelstr..
Duisburg 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
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