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Major open-air museum about peat extraction and colony life, with historic buildings, trains, and boats across a large heritage park.
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Emmen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Emmen will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Emmen without transferring at least 2 times.





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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Emmen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Emmen:
A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Emmen costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Emmen take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 58m.
Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.34. The journey takes 3h 37m versus 2h 28m 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 Düsseldorf to Emmen trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 9:50 AM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:13 AM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 10:50 AM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 11:50 AM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:13 AM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 12:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 1:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:13 AM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 2:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 3:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:13 PM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 4:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 5:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 6:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 7:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Düsseldorf | 3h37 | 8:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Düsseldorf | 4h24 | 9:50 PM Emmen | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Emmen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 but you can travel from only $47 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Emmen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Emmen trip today.
Major open-air museum about peat extraction and colony life, with historic buildings, trains, and boats across a large heritage park.
Museum dedicated to the Van Gogh family's stay in Drenthe, connecting visitors to the artist's landscapes and local history.
Oil and geology museum in Schoonebeek explaining regional petroleum history, technology, and the area's industrial development.
Central shopping and event square surrounded by key public buildings; useful for orientation and a lively starting point for exploring Emmen.
Green woodland area on Emmen's edge, popular for walking, cycling, and a calmer local nature experience close to town.
Forest and heath landscape with trails and prehistoric remains, ideal for a scenic walk that combines nature and archaeology.
Drenthe kniepertjes are thin rolled waffle cookies, traditionally eaten around New Year. They are a regional treat from Drenthe and widely linked to local holiday customs.
Drentse krentenwegge is a rich raisin bread served in thick slices. It is a classic regional bake for celebrations and visits in Drenthe.
Poffert is a steamed cake from the northern Netherlands, often with raisins and served with butter. It remains a familiar traditional sweet in Drenthe.
Refined dining venue in Emmen known for seasonal French and Dutch dishes in an elegant, intimate setting.
Stylish restaurant with a strong local reputation for modern European cooking, careful presentation, and relaxed upscale service.
Well-known grand cafe and restaurant in the center, popular for lunch, dinner, and drinks in a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but Emmen is usually cheaper than Amsterdam; local transit is manageable.
Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Emmen 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 Emmen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Emmen trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Emmen station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Emmen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Emmen is 1 km from Emmen city centre. Public transport options include:
Emmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Kamer, Grand Café Plein
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Ticket office support is available at Emmen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Emmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Emmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Emmen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Emmen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Emmen, Hotel ten Cate Emmen, Stads-Hotel Boerland.
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