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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with important works by Klee, Picasso and the postwar avant-garde; one of the city’s core cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$197
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Düsseldorf will cost around $197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 3 trains that leave Interlaken for Düsseldorf on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 511 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 8 h 49 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 train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$136 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $207 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg 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 Interlaken to Düsseldorf:
A train is $23 (€18) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Düsseldorf costing on average $159 (€128).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 40m.
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $136 (€110) compared to roughly $207 (€167) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€57). The journey takes 6h 40m versus 6h 40m 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 Interlaken to Düsseldorf trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 819 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 12:04 PM Interlaken West | 6h28 | 6:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 819 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · IC 1941 | On time 12:04 PM Interlaken West | 7h28 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:34 PM Interlaken West | 6h36 | 7:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 1:04 PM Interlaken West | 6h28 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 823 · ICE 276 · ICE 1649 · 28534 | 2:04 PM Interlaken West | 7h57 | 10:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 823 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 2:04 PM Interlaken West | 6h28 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Interlaken to Düsseldorf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Major modern art museum with important works by Klee, Picasso and the postwar avant-garde; one of the city’s core cultural highlights.
Leading fine arts museum covering painting, sculpture, decorative arts and glass, with broad collections from old masters to modern art.
Contemporary art branch in the Ständehaus, known for large-scale installations and the striking glass-domed architecture.
The historic old town is packed with lanes, squares and heritage buildings, making it the essential area for first-time visitors on foot.
Düsseldorf’s famous boulevard lined with luxury shops, trees and canal views; a classic walking route and one of the city’s best-known scenes.
Popular riverside promenade ideal for strolling, skyline views and sunset photos, linking the old town with the MedienHafen area.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, copper-brown and pleasantly bitter. It is the city’s most iconic drink and traditionally served in small glasses in the Altstadt.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, usually beef marinated for days in a sweet-sour sauce often enriched with raisins or beet syrup. It is one of the region’s best-known celebratory dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of black pudding served with mashed potatoes and apple sauce; the name means 'Heaven and Earth' for apples from trees and potatoes from the ground.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Kaiserswerth with a long reputation for refined French-influenced cuisine and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving classic Altbier and robust local cooking in a long-established, convivial beer-hall atmosphere.
Historic Altstadt brewpub famous for fresh Altbier and classic Düsseldorf fare such as Halve Hahn and hearty Rhineland dishes. Lively, traditional, and atmospheric.
Moderate for Germany. Mid-range hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but local transit and casual meals are reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares and tip small amounts at cafés only if service was good.
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