- Must visit
La Boverie
Liège’s flagship fine arts museum in Parc de la Boverie, known for major temporary exhibitions and a strong permanent collection in a landmark riverside building.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Liège is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Liège will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Liège without transferring at least once.
20068 · 10319 · S41
20070 · 10321 · S41
20072 · 10323 · S41
20074 · 10325 · S41
26418 · S41
26412 · ICE 16
26408 · ICE 316
26416 · ICE 314
20078 · 10329 · S41
20074 · 10325 · S41Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Liège:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Liège costing on average $62 (€50).
Other travel options to Liège take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around $62 (€50) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-35.85 (€-28.86). The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 33m 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 Düsseldorf to Liège trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26418 · 18942 · Bus 68026 | 1:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h04 | 4:25 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
26418 · S41 | 1:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h17 | 4:38 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
20078 · 10329 · S41 | 1:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h50 | 4:38 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
ICE 101 · ICE 316 | On time 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h16 | 10:43 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 10315 · S41 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h08 | 10:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
S8 · 10315 · S41 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 9:41 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
26406 · S41 | 7:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h19 | 10:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
26406 · 18918 · Bus 68020 | 7:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h04 | 10:25 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
ICE 513 · ICE 316 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h17 | 10:43 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
20066 · 10317 · S41 | 7:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h52 | 10:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
26408 · ICE 316 | On time 8:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 10:43 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
20068 · 10319 · S41 | 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h53 | 11:41 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
20070 · 10321 · S41 | 9:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h52 | 12:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
26412 · ICE 16 | On time 10:21 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 12:43 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
20072 · 10323 · S41 | 10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h53 | 1:41 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
20074 · 10325 · S41 | 11:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h51 | 2:39 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
26416 · ICE 314 | On time 12:21 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h22 | 2:43 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
20076 · 10327 · S41 | 12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h53 | 3:41 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Liège run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Liège’s flagship fine arts museum in Parc de la Boverie, known for major temporary exhibitions and a strong permanent collection in a landmark riverside building.
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Central square of modern Liège and a practical starting point for exploring major sights, shopping streets, and the historic core.
Historic market square framed by notable buildings and terraces, home to Le Perron and a classic place to feel the city’s rhythm.
Green hillside network of paths, terraces, and viewpoints above the old center, favored for panoramic walks and photography.
Liège-style meatballs served in a sweet-sour sauce made with onions, vinegar, and Sirop de Liège. It is one of the city’s signature comfort dishes.
The famous Liège waffle, made from a rich yeast dough with pearl sugar that caramelizes as it cooks. It is denser and sweeter than a Brussels waffle.
A thick fruit spread made mainly from apples and pears, sometimes with dates. It is a classic regional specialty eaten on bread, cheese, or in sauces.
A well-regarded bistro offering refined Belgian and French cuisine in a polished but welcoming setting near the center.
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Moderate by Belgian standards. Budget eats are manageable, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated but not expected. Small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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