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Museumsberg Flensburg
Flensburg’s main cultural history museum presents city, maritime, and regional stories through varied permanent exhibitions.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€30
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€47
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Flensburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Flensburg will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Düsseldorf to Flensburg, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 434 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 9 h 9 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 Flensburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €489.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €489 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Flensburg:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Flensburg costing on average €84.
A bus is €441 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Flensburg costing on average €489.
Other travel options to Flensburg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 50m.
Bus takes on average 9h 36m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (5h 50m by train vs 6h 13m by car). Tickets start at around €84 compared to roughly €81 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 Düsseldorf to Flensburg trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2310 · 11166 | On time 8:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h34 | 2:42 PM Flensburg station | 1 transfer | |
26809 · ICE 616 · 11166 | 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h20 | 2:42 PM Flensburg station | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h13 | 5:40 PM Flensburg, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · 11168 | On time 9:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h07 | 3:41 PM Flensburg station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1022 · 11170 | On time 10:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h05 | 4:41 PM Flensburg station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 202 · 11172 | On time 11:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h07 | 5:41 PM Flensburg station | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h09 | 10:35 PM Flensburg, Bahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Flensburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (434 km) distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Flensburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Flensburg trip today.
Flensburg’s main cultural history museum presents city, maritime, and regional stories through varied permanent exhibitions.
A maritime museum at the harbor covering shipping, rum trade, and seafaring life that shaped Flensburg’s identity.
A historic shipyard museum where traditional wooden vessels are maintained, offering hands-on insight into boatbuilding.
The city’s historic harbor promenade mixes ships, warehouses, and water views, making it Flensburg’s signature walking area.
This picturesque lane with colorful houses and cobbles is one of the old town’s most photographed local favorites.
The central pedestrian street is lined with historic facades, shops, and churches, ideal for an easy old-town stroll.
A Northern German kale dish simmered with onions and spices, often served in winter. It is a classic Schleswig-Holstein comfort food.
Small fried Baltic herrings, usually eaten whole with potatoes or bread. A traditional coastal fish dish tied to the region's maritime cuisine.
A clear beef broth with semolina dumplings and vegetables. It is a long-standing North German home-style soup often served on Sundays.
Well-known restaurant in a restored courtyard serving refined regional cuisine with seasonal ingredients and a polished atmosphere.
Historic harbor restaurant known for fresh fish, North German classics, and waterside views in a traditional maritime setting.
Casual brewery venue for Flensburg beer, hearty German fare, and a lively local atmosphere close to the city center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually a bit lower than in major cities, while local transit and everyday costs remain typical for a regional tourist destination.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is standard in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service is good.
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Flensburg Bahnhof -> Nordermarkt, Flensburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Flensburg 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 Flensburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Flensburg trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Flensburg station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Flensburg 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 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.
Flensburg is 1 km from Flensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Flensburg 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: Kontraste, St. Knudsborg, Klosterbäckerei, Ariana
Wi-Fi is available at Flensburg. ATMs are available at Flensburg.
Ticket office support is available at Flensburg. Information desks are available at Flensburg.
Luggage storage is available at Flensburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flensburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flensburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flensburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus.
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