- Must visit
Kunsthaus Bregenz
Major contemporary art museum known for its striking glass architecture by Peter Zumthor and changing international exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Bregenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bregenz will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Bregenz on Thu, Jun 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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 Düsseldorf to Bregenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Düsseldorf to Bregenz:
A bus is $33 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Bregenz costing on average $99 (€80).
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Bregenz costing on average $169 (€137).
Other travel options to Bregenz take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 54m.
Bus takes on average 11h 45m.
The journey is about 38m faster (5h 54m by train vs 6h 32m by car) and roughly $20 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€80) vs $119 (€97)). 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 Düsseldorf to Bregenz trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:33 AM Düsseldorf | 6h25 | 12:58 PM Bregenz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:06 AM Düsseldorf | 5h52 | 12:58 PM Bregenz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Düsseldorf | 5h52 | 1:58 PM Bregenz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Bregenz run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 11:47 PM |
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Major contemporary art museum known for its striking glass architecture by Peter Zumthor and changing international exhibitions.
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Mountain viewpoint above Bregenz with sweeping views over Lake Constance and the Alps, reached by cable car or hiking trails.
Popular lakeside walking area ideal for sunset views, casual strolls, and seeing the festival setting from the shore.
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Prices are high by Austrian standards, especially in summer. Groceries are moderate, but hotels and dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is polite for good service; hand the tip directly when paying.
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