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Large science center with rainforest, aquarium, space and hands-on exhibitions. A top family attraction in central Gothenburg.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $103. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $103, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 490 miles (789 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $251 Average price | $143 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 59m Average total duration 29h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg costing on average $176 (€143).
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg costing on average $251 (€204).
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 31m.
Bus takes on average 29h 29m.
Tickets start at around $176 (€143) compared to roughly $241 (€195) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $65 (€52). The journey takes 12h 31m versus 11h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:04 PM D-flughafen Terminal S | 13h51 | 6:55 AM Gothenburg | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Gothenburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $176 (€143) but you can travel from only $103 (€83) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 16:54, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 490 miles (789 km) distance in 13h 51m.
Distance 490 miles (789 km) |
Average train duration 12h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€143) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 51m |
First train 4:54 PM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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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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