- 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
zł23
Average price
zł59
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Düsseldorf will cost around zł59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł23.
Of the 36 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Düsseldorf on Sat, Aug 01, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
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ICE 28Trains from Cologne Hbf to Düsseldorf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł16 but you can travel from only zł11 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price zł16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 6:14 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1747 | On time 12:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 12:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 | On time 12:09 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h22 | 12:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
10915 · ICE 1010 | On time 12:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h31 | 12:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain | 3:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 3:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 4:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0h22 | 4:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
ICE 206 | On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h21 | 7:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 845 | On time 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 7:49 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2310 | On time 7:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h27 | 8:07 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2206 | On time 7:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h25 | 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2306 | On time 8:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h25 | 8:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 8:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h22 | 8:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 545 | On time 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h22 | 8:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1036 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h21 | 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 220 | On time 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h21 | 9:10 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h24 | 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 204 | On time 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h21 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2155 | On time 9:17 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 9:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 847 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 0h23 | 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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Most Cologne Hbf to Düsseldorf trains use the Köln Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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 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.
Düsseldorf-Unterrath is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Unterrath 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: Platia, Bauernstube Deppe, Telefónica Cafeteria, China Restauraut - Bambus Garten
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Unterrath.
Nearby hotels include Lindner Airport, Hotel Kleine Oase Im Treibhaus GmbH, Avidon Art & Design Hotel, Novotel.
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