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Universeum
Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
13 h 47 m
Average duration
14 h 24 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
795 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 202 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154
ICE 202 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154
ICE 612 · S1 · RJ 382 · R 1154
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1122
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1116+
X2 494
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1116+
X2 494
ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+
1114 Öresundstågen
ICE 618 · ECE 396+
1106 Öresundstågen
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1122
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+
1090 ÖresundstågenOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 493 miles (795 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $246 Average price | $107 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 11m Average total duration 17h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg costing on average $166 (€136).
A bus is $139 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg costing on average $246 (€201).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 11m.
Bus takes on average 17h 41m.
The journey is about 16m faster (12h 11m by train vs 12h 27m by car) and roughly $153 (€125) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($166 (€136) vs $319 (€261)). 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 Gothenburg trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 514 · ECE 1198 · R 1068+ X2 488 | On time 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 19h47 | 4:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 514 · ECE 1198 · R 1074 | On time 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 20h32 | 5:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1098 Öresundstågen | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h38 | 8:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1090 Öresundstågen | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h38 | 7:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1106 Öresundstågen | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h38 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ECE 396+ 1106 Öresundstågen | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h31 | 9:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ECE 396+ 1122 Öresundstågen | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h31 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ECE 396+ 1114 Öresundstågen | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h31 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1114 Öresundstågen | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h31 | 10:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1130 Öresundstågen | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h31 | 12:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046+ 1122 Öresundstågen | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h31 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1122 | On time 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h32 | 11:05 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 2 transfers | |
ICE 616 · RJ 384 · R 1116+ X2 494 | On time 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h47 | 10:20 PM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 614 · ECE 394 · R 1146 · R 20150 | On time 10:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 19h32 | 6:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 202 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 11:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 19h31 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 202 · RJ 382 · R 1154 · R 20154 | On time 11:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 19h31 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 3 transfers | |
ICE 612 · S1 · RJ 382 · R 1154 | On time 12:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h32 | 7:05 AM Gothenburg Centralstation | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $166 (€136) but you can travel from only $70 (€57) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 493 miles (795 km) distance in 13h 21m.
Distance 493 miles (795 km) |
Average train duration 12h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $166 (€136) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 21m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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