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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with works by Klee, Picasso and Mondrian. One of Düsseldorf’s most important cultural institutions.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 22 trains that leave Nuremberg for Düsseldorf on Sun, Jun 14, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 363 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
ICE 728
ICE 726
ICE 926 · ICE 641
ICE 526 · ICE 22
ICE 720 · S8 · IC 2012 · ICE 106
ICE 526
ICE 728
ICE 720
ICE 626
ICE 722Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $271.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $521 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf costing on average $104 (€85).
A bus is $487 (€395) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf costing on average $521 (€423).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 28m.
Bus takes on average 5h 52m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (3h 55m by train vs 4h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $81 (€66) 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 Nuremberg to Düsseldorf trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 722 | Delayed 11:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h36 | 12:51 PM 12:51 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
ICE 728 | On time 8:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h36 | 11:36 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 · S8 · IC 1947 · ICE 200 | On time 8:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h32 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 726 | On time 9:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h40 | 12:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 · ICE 641 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h16 | 2:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 · ICE 200 | On time 9:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h01 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 · S8 · ICE 1645 · ICE 108 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 5h32 | 3:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 724 | On time 10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h37 | 1:37 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Düsseldorf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Major modern art museum with works by Klee, Picasso and Mondrian. One of Düsseldorf’s most important cultural institutions.
Leading fine arts museum with painting, sculpture, design and decorative arts, popular for both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Contemporary art museum in the Ständehaus, known for large installations and its striking glass dome.
Düsseldorf’s most famous boulevard, lined with luxury boutiques, a canal and elegant promenades.
Historic Old Town packed with architecture, squares and lively streets, ideal for walking and sightseeing.
Popular riverside promenade for walking, cycling and skyline views, especially scenic around sunset.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, copper-brown and bitter, traditionally served in small glasses in the Altstadt.
A Rhineland-style pot roast, usually beef marinated and braised in a sweet-sour gravy, often served with dumplings and red cabbage.
A classic Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apples, typically served with fried onions and black pudding.
Established fine-dining restaurant led by a celebrated chef, known for refined Japanese cuisine and an elegant Michelin-starred experience.
Well-known old-town brewery serving house-brewed Altbier and local specialties in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Historic Altbier brewery and restaurant known for classic Düsseldorf beer and hearty Rhineland dishes in a traditional beer hall setting.
Moderate by German standards: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but daily food and transport are manageable.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up for taxis. Little or no tip is fine for counter service.
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