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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€104
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€137
Fastest journey on Sep 21
8 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
8 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 21
12
Distance
607 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Duisburg will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €104.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Duisburg without transferring at least once.
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207
S B · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179
IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205
S B · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175
ECE 395 · ICE 617
ECE 395 · ICE 617
RJ 385 · ICE 1021
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · 26826
S C · RJ 385 · ICE 1021Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €481.
Distance: 377 miles (607 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€114 Average price | €481 Average price | €78 Average price Cheapest | €158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Duisburg:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Duisburg costing on average €114.
A bus is €403 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Duisburg costing on average €481.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 50m.
Bus takes on average 12h 10m.
Tickets start at around €114 compared to roughly €158 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €44. The journey takes 8h 50m versus 8h 45m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Duisburg trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 395 · ICE 617 | On time 12:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h41 | 9:03 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
S Bx · ECE 393 · ICE 613 · 26826 | 8:05 AM Vesterport st | 9h18 | 5:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S Bx · ECE 393 · ICE 203 | On time 8:05 AM Vesterport st | 10h02 | 6:07 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ECE 393 · ICE 203 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h45 | 6:07 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 393 · ICE 613 · 26826 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 9h01 | 5:23 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S B · IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 | On time 9:27 AM Vesterport st | 10h42 | 8:09 PM Duisburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205 | On time 9:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 10h24 | 8:09 PM Duisburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S C · RJ 385 · ICE 1021 | On time 10:03 AM Vesterport st | 9h01 | 7:04 PM Duisburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 385 · ICE 1021 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 8h42 | 7:04 PM Duisburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S B · IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 | 11:27 AM Vesterport st | 11h30 | 10:57 PM Duisburg Hbf | 6 transfers | |
IC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207 | 11:45 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 11h12 | 10:57 PM Duisburg Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Duisburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (607 km) distance in 7h 39m.
Distance 377 miles (607 km) |
Average train duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 39m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Duisburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Duisburg trip today.
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 Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Duisburg trains use the København Hovedb. to Duisburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
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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