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Deutsches Bernsteinmuseum
The town’s standout museum, presenting amber art, archaeology, and regional craftsmanship in a former monastery. Essential for local identity and Baltic heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$138
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$138
Fastest journey on Sep 23
7 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
7 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 23
1
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 1 trains from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 41 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 41 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 Ribnitz-Damgarten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a train costs an average of $148.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Ribnitz-Damgarten:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten costing on average $148 (€121).
Other travel options to Ribnitz-Damgarten take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 36m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (6h 15m by train vs 6h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $148 (€121) compared to roughly $110 (€90) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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 Ribnitz-Damgarten trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:34 AM Düsseldorf | 8h16 | 4:50 PM Ribnitz-Damgarten | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
![]() | 7:09 AM Düsseldorf | 7h41 | 2:50 PM Ribnitz-Damgarten | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€103) but you can travel from only $85 (€70) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€103) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Ribnitz-Damgarten — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ribnitz-Damgarten trip today.
The town’s standout museum, presenting amber art, archaeology, and regional craftsmanship in a former monastery. Essential for local identity and Baltic heritage.
Open-air museum showing traditional salt production on the Bodden. It offers a distinctive look at local industry and coastal livelihoods.
Branch of the open-air museum focused on historic regional buildings and rural culture. A strong local favorite for architecture and everyday history.
Harbor promenade on the Ribnitz side with boats, water views, and easy strolls. One of the most pleasant areas for a first walk in town.
Central market square framed by historic buildings and civic life. It is a practical starting point for exploring old Ribnitz on foot.
Old town area with brick architecture, churches, and traces of the medieval layout. Ideal for slow walks and discovering local history.
Räucherfisch from the Baltic coast, often eel, mackerel, or herring, traditionally smoked in local smokehouses and prized for its strong maritime flavor.
Brathering is fried herring marinated in vinegar, onions, and spices. It is a classic northern German fish dish long linked to Baltic fishing towns.
Bismarckhering is pickled herring in a tangy marinade, commonly eaten in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern as a simple coastal snack or bread topping.
Traditional German inn-style venue offering hearty local dishes, fish, and seasonal specialties in a warm, informal atmosphere.
Casual harbor-area fish restaurant known for fresh local seafood and traditional northern dishes in a relaxed setting.
Established hotel restaurant serving regional Mecklenburg and Baltic cuisine with a more refined atmosphere near the town center.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transit stay reasonable for a small Baltic coast town.
Tipping is modest. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
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Ribnitz-Damgarten West -> Ribnitz-Damgarten Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten 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 Ribnitz-Damgarten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Ribnitz-Damgarten trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost station pair, with some services arriving at Ribnitz-Damgarten West. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Ribnitz-Damgarten 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.
Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost is 2 km from Ribnitz-Damgarten city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost 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 options include: Bistro Damgarten
Wi-Fi is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost. ATMs are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost. Information desks are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten Ost.
Ribnitz-Damgarten West is 1 km from Ribnitz-Damgarten city centre. Public transport options include:
Ribnitz-Damgarten West 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: Eurogrill, Hot food, Asia Wok, Hof- und Gartencafe "Fischerhof"
Wi-Fi is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West. ATMs are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West.
Ticket office support is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West. Information desks are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West.
Luggage storage is available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ribnitz-Damgarten West.
Nearby hotels include Willhelmshof.
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