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LVR-Freilichtmuseum Kommern
Open-air museum with historic buildings from the Rhineland. It offers hands-on insight into rural architecture and daily life.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Düren is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Düren will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brussels for Düren on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Düren among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Brussels to Düren:
A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Düren costing on average $66.
Other travel options to Düren take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 2h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $66 compared to roughly $34 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Düren trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 AM Brussels | 1h51 | 10:16 AM Düren | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Brussels | 1h51 | 12:16 PM Düren | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Düren run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:39, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 2:39 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Düren — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düren trip today.
Open-air museum with historic buildings from the Rhineland. It offers hands-on insight into rural architecture and daily life.
City museum presenting Düren's history, art, and papermaking heritage. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
Contemporary art venue beside the Leopold-Hoesch-Museum, known for changing exhibitions in a modern architectural setting.
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and daily urban life. It is the main walking spine for exploring central Düren.
Historic market square near the town hall and church. A practical meeting point with classic city-center atmosphere.
Scenic reservoir promenade and leisure area in the Eifel foothills. It is one of the region's most pleasant waterside walks.
Rhenish Sauerbraten is beef marinated for days, then braised in a sweet-sour gravy. It is a classic Rhineland Sunday dish widely eaten around Düren.
Heaven and Earth pairs mashed potatoes with applesauce, often topped with fried onions and blood sausage. It is a long-standing Rhineland comfort dish.
Halve Hahn is a rye roll with Gouda, mustard, onion, and pickles. Despite the name, it contains no chicken and is a beloved Cologne region beer-hall snack.
Well-known fine dining venue focused on modern European cuisine with polished service and an elegant atmosphere.
Established brewery-style restaurant serving Rhineland classics, steaks, and seasonal dishes in a relaxed traditional setting.
Casual Italian restaurant with a strong local reputation for pizza, pasta, and friendly service in the city center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Cologne, while rail travel and local transport are standard regional rates.
Service is included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Düren Bahnhof -> Düren Zentrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Düren 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 Düren, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Düren trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Düren station pair, with some services arriving at Aachen Hbf. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Düren train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Düren has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizza Boyz, Extrablatt, Dolce Vita, NT
Wi-Fi is available at Düren. ATMs are available at Düren.
Ticket office support is available at Düren. Information desks are available at Düren.
Luggage storage is available at Düren. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düren: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düren: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düren.
Düren-Kuhbrücke is 2 km from Düren city centre. Public transport options include:
Düren-Kuhbrücke has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Düren-Kuhbrücke.
ATMs are available at Düren-Kuhbrücke.
Available at Düren-Kuhbrücke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düren-Kuhbrücke.
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