- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
Cheapest price
$189
Average price
$235
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris will cost around $235 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $189.
Of the 4 trains that leave Dusseldorf Airport for Paris on Wed, Jul 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 3 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$192 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $272 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris:
A bus is $130 (€107) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris costing on average $192 (€157).
A bus is $211 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris costing on average $272 (€223).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 59m.
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (4h 59m by train vs 6h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $192 (€157) compared to roughly $119 (€98) 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.
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 Dusseldorf Airport to Paris trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S11 · ICE 103+ TGV 9574 | On time 8:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 6h03 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103+ TGV 9574+ 74496 | Delayed 6:30 AM 8:10 AMDüsseldorf Airport station | 5h57 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103+ 9590 | Delayed 6:30 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 6h24 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103+ 9560 | Delayed 6:30 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 12h15 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103+ 9552 | Delayed 6:30 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 8h23 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ 9552 | 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h17 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ 9590 | 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h18 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ 9560 | 8:33 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h09 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
89872 · ICE 515 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 5h49 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S11 · ICE 515 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 5h47 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515+ 9590 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h25 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515+ 9560 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h16 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515+ 9552 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h24 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
89876 · ICE 517+ TGV 9552 | On time 11:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 5h48 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S11 · ICE 517+ TGV 9552 | On time 11:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 5h46 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S11 · ICE 107 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 6h12 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
IC 2156 · ICE 107 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:06 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 6h10 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107+ 9550 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h25 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107+ 9560 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h15 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S11 · ICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 5h32 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
28517 · ICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:50 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 5h26 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
ICE 919+ 9550 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h46 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919+ 9560 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h36 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519+ 9550 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519+ 9560 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h16 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · IC 1946+ 9550 | 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h25 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
ICE 109+ 9550 | 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h25 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109+ 9560 | 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h15 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
S11+ 26422+ 9474 | 2:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 5h21 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
S11 · ICE 611+ TGV 9560 | On time 3:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 5h38 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 transfers | |
S11+ 26452+ 9486 | 5:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 4h41 | 10:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
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The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
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A historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, viewpoints, and village-like streets, still one of the most atmospheric areas to explore on foot.
A lively central neighborhood known for elegant mansions, boutiques, museums, and a dense network of charming old streets.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, ideal for a classic city walk.
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Grand historic restaurant inside Gare De Lyon, known for ornate interiors and classic French cuisine in an upscale setting.
Well-known bistro with Provençal influences, popular for its lively courtyard, classic dishes, and generous desserts.
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Paris Gare du Nord, Paris -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf Airport to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dusseldorf Airport to Paris trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de l'Est. Use this guide to compare Dusseldorf Airport and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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