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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr46
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr108
Fastest journey on Sep 19
11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
11 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Düsseldorf will cost around kr108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr46.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 10 trains from Duisburg to Düsseldorf, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 12 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.
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr137 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr137, while a bus costs an average of kr221.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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kr137 Average price Cheapest | kr221 Average price | kr53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Düsseldorf:
A train is kr84 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Duisburg to Düsseldorf costing on average kr221.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (13m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around kr137 compared to roughly kr53 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, FlixTrain.
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 Duisburg to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixTrain | 5:03 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h12 | 5:15 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 6:19 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h11 | 6:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 9:12 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h13 | 9:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
ICE 529 | On time 8:06 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h12 | 8:18 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2513 | On time 8:10 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h12 | 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 119 | On time 8:18 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h13 | 8:31 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 121 | On time 8:33 AM Duisburg Hbf | 0h12 | 8:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:19 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h11 | 12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain | 1:03 PM Duisburg Hbf | 0h11 | 1:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Duisburg to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr29 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price kr29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Duisburg to Düsseldorf trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf-Benrath. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg 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: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Rheinhausen is 5 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Rheinhausen 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: Arcadas Grill, Mykonos Grill Pizzeria, Eis-Café Romeo, Tor 6
Wi-Fi is available at Rheinhausen. ATMs are available at Rheinhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Rheinhausen. Information desks are available at Rheinhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Rheinhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rheinhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rheinhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rheinhausen.
Nearby hotels include Belweder.
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-Benrath is 9 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Benrath 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: Asia Thai, Cafe Kalusch, Ballon, La Corte
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Benrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf-Benrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf-Benrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Benrath.
Nearby hotels include Schloß Hotel Benrath, Hotel Waldesruh.
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