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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
7 h 18 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Düsseldorf will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Düsseldorf without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 727 · IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 910
IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
IR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104
IC 717 · ICE 104
IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916
IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370
IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$262 Average price | $253 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 34m Average total duration 15h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $167 (€135) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Düsseldorf costing on average $253 (€204).
A bus is $176 (€142) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Düsseldorf costing on average $262 (€212).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 35m.
Bus takes on average 15h 4m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (7h 35m by train vs 8h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $262 (€212) compared to roughly $209 (€169) 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 Geneva to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9760+ 9459 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 13h13 | 7:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 8:54 AM Geneva station | 7h38 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | On time 9:05 AM Geneva station | 7h27 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 9:35 AM Geneva station | 7h18 | 4:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 9:54 AM Geneva station | 7h38 | 5:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 | On time 10:05 AM Geneva station | 7h27 | 5:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
9768+ 9459 | 10:29 AM Geneva station | 9h12 | 7:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 717 · ICE 104 | On time 10:35 AM Geneva station | 8h57 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 10:54 AM Geneva station | 7h38 | 6:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 AM Geneva station | 7h27 | 6:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104 | On time 12:05 PM Geneva station | 7h27 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 12:54 PM Geneva station | 7h38 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 1:05 PM Geneva station | 7h27 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1823 · IC 527 · IR 1873 · ICE 102 | On time 2:05 PM Geneva station | 7h31 | 9:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 2527 · IC 978 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 2:54 PM Geneva station | 7h38 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1825 · IC 529 · IR 1875 · ICE 274 | On time 3:05 PM Geneva station | 7h27 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 727 · IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 3:35 PM Geneva station | 9h00 | 12:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 727 · IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 7h45 | 11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Geneva to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 7h 18m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 18m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Leading fine arts museum known for painting, sculpture, design and glass, with a broad collection from old masters to modern art.
Contemporary branch of the state art collection, famous for large-scale installations in a historic parliamentary building.
Düsseldorf's historic old town, packed with lanes, squares and riverfront views, and a core area for sightseeing on foot.
Prestigious boulevard with canal, trees and luxury storefronts, one of the city's signature promenades.
Long Rhine riverside promenade ideal for walking, skyline views and linking the old town with the media harbor.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, known for its copper color, malty body, and crisp bitter finish. It is central to the city’s brewing tradition.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, traditionally marinated for several days and served with a rich sweet-sour gravy. It is one of the region’s best-known celebratory dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with fried onions and blood sausage. The name means ‘Heaven and Earth.’
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Düsseldorf known for refined Japanese cuisine and a polished upscale atmosphere.
Historic brewery and restaurant known for traditional Düsseldorf brewing culture, Altbier, and hearty Rhineland specialties.
Well-known traditional brewery with a warm, bustling setting, popular for Altbier and regional comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: public transport and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and central restaurants can be pricey during fairs.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés, bars, and for hotel staff.
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