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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Premier modern art museum with major works by Klee, Picasso, and the postwar avant-garde in a landmark Grabbeplatz building.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minden to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$46 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $390 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg 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 Minden to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $1 (€0.87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minden to Düsseldorf costing on average $46 (€38).
A bus is $345 (€283) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Minden to Düsseldorf costing on average $390 (€321).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Flight takes on average 3h 50m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 26m by train vs 2h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $40 (€33) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Minden to Düsseldorf trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:28 AM Minden | 2h37 | 10:05 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:28 PM Minden | 2h37 | 4:05 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Minden to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Premier modern art museum with major works by Klee, Picasso, and the postwar avant-garde in a landmark Grabbeplatz building.
Contemporary art branch housed in the Ständehaus, known for large-scale installations and cutting-edge international exhibitions.
Major fine arts museum with paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and glass collections spanning many centuries.
The historic old town with dense lanes, churches, squares, and riverfront walks; central to most first visits.
Düsseldorf's famous luxury boulevard with canal, elegant shops, and one of the city's most recognizable strolling areas.
Popular Rhine promenade ideal for walking, skyline views, and sunset photos, linking key central sights.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, known for its copper color and crisp, bitter finish. It is central to the city’s brewing culture, especially in the Altstadt.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, traditionally marinated for several days and served with a sweet-sour gravy. It is one of the region’s most iconic comfort dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and applesauce, often served with fried onions and blood sausage. The name means ‘Heaven and Earth.’
Established fine-dining restaurant in Kaiserswerth, celebrated for refined French-inspired cuisine and one of Düsseldorf’s most prestigious dining experiences.
One of the city’s most famous Altstadt brewpubs, known for house-brewed Altbier and robust local specialties with an authentic atmosphere.
Historic Düsseldorf brewery and tavern famous for Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Moderate by German standards. Hotels during fairs can be pricey, but everyday dining and transport are manageable.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. Leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxis and small cafe bills.
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Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf -> Heinrich-Heine-Allee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minden to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Minden to Düsseldorf trains use the Minden(Westf) to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Minden and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Minden(Westf) is 1 km from Minden city centre. Public transport options include:
Minden(Westf) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Canito, Diwan Lounge, E-Werk, Mr. Kebab
Wi-Fi is available at Minden(Westf). ATMs are available at Minden(Westf).
Ticket office support is available at Minden(Westf). Information desks are available at Minden(Westf).
Luggage storage is available at Minden(Westf). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Minden(Westf): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Minden(Westf): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Minden(Westf).
Nearby hotels include Hotel "FairSchlafen", Hotel Kronprinz.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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