- Must visit
Internationales Wind- und Wassermühlen-Museum
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
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Compare bus and flight for Düsseldorf to Gifhorn
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn among Omio's users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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€51 Average price (fuel + tolls) | ||
4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) | ||
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn
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Take a train from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn and enjoy the approximately 182 miles (294 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:42.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
First train 12:31 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Complete guide to Gifhorn
Things to do in Gifhorn
Discover the best of Gifhorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gifhorn trip today.
- Recommended
Historisches Museum Schloss Gifhorn
Permanent and temporary exhibitions inside Gifhorn Castle covering regional history, art, and culture in a memorable historic setting.
Stadtmuseum und Galerie Gifhorn
Municipal gallery space for rotating contemporary art, photography, and local cultural exhibitions. A useful stop for current creative work in town.
- Recommended
Altstadt Gifhorn
Historic center with shops, civic buildings, and easy walking routes. It is the best area for seeing Gifhorn's everyday character and main sights together.
- Recommended
Marktplatz Gifhorn
Central square often used for markets and events. It is a practical orientation point and a good place to experience local town life.
- Recommended
Schlosspark Gifhorn
Green riverside zone near the castle, ideal for strolling, relaxing, and photographing Gifhorn's water-rich landscape and historic skyline.
Grünkohl Mit Bregenwurst
Hearty Lower Saxony kale stew with smoked sausage and potatoes. A classic winter dish widely eaten across the region around Gifhorn.
Sauerbraten
Sour marinated beef in a rich sweet-sour gravy, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. A long-standing North German Sunday favorite.
- Gluten-free
Bratkartoffeln
Pan-fried potatoes with onions and bacon, often served as a side or simple meal. A beloved everyday staple in Lower Saxony homes and inns.
Restaurant Naxos
Well-known local venue serving Greek and Mediterranean dishes in an informal, family-friendly atmosphere popular with residents.
Hotel Alte Mühle Restaurant
Established hotel restaurant with seasonal German cuisine and a calm, polished atmosphere suitable for a more refined meal.
Morada Hotel Isetal Restaurant
Traditional German inn in Gifhorn known for regional dishes and hearty classics in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Euro (€)
Gifhorn is moderate for Germany: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transit and everyday costs remain fairly standard.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and small change is fine at cafes.
VRB Fahrinfo & Tickets
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.30
- Day pass
- >= €8.60
To the city center
Gifhorn Bahnhof -> Gifhorn Marktplatz
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Buy tickets before boarding when possible; local buses may not always support contactless card payment on board.
- Use the VRB app for route planning and mobile tickets in Gifhorn and the surrounding district.
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn 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 Gifhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn
Most Düsseldorf to Gifhorn trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Gifhorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Gifhorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Gifhorn
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Gifhorn leave from?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 49m · €29 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · €15 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS11 · 10m · €2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · €5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · €4
721 · 26m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · €3 · every ~7 min
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Gifhorn station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Gifhorn arrive at Gifhorn. Gifhorn is 1 miles (2 km) from Gifhorn city centre.
GifhornGifhorn, Hallsberg-Platz 4 , 38518 Gifhorn
City-centre transport
Getting to Gifhorn from Gifhorn city centre
Gifhorn is 2 km from Gifhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRb · 4m · €2 · every ~3 min
Bus170, 141, 140, 100 · 9m · every ~5 min
Gifhorn train station facilities and services
Gifhorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: ANNA, La Cantina
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn. ATMs are available at Gifhorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn. Information desks are available at Gifhorn.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gifhorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gifhorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn.
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