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Compare train, bus, and flight for Wolfsburg to Wuppertal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€82 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $43 (€35)
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:09 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal start from as low as $101 (€82) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $101 (€82) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $43 (€35)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Wolfsburg and Wuppertal from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
$74 (€60)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal is not feasible as the travel time is 3h 30m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 174 miles (281 km) journey.
Two to three days in Wuppertal are sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the famous suspended monorail, the Wuppertal Zoo, and the Von der Heydt Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal.
The train journey from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal offers a mix of urban, industrial, and countryside views, including stretches of greenery and passing through cities like Hanover and Dortmund, which adds variety but isn't typically considered highly scenic.
The distance by train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal is 174 miles (281 km).
The first train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal leaves at 12:20 AM.
The last train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal leaves at 11:09 PM.
Train ticket prices from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $101 (€82), while the average price is around $101 (€82).
The cheapest way to get from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal is by bus, with a cost of around $43 (€35).
The train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal takes 3h 30m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Wolfsburg that goes to Wuppertal is Wolfsburg Hbf, which connects to Wuppertal Hbf.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal.
Yes, there is a direct train from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal
Wolfsburg
Wuppertal
The major train station for departures in Wolfsburg is Wolfsburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wolfsburg Hbf for your trip from Wolfsburg to Wuppertal.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Saturday: 10:00 - 15:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
Dining
- Lagune Foodhalls
- Chardonnay
- Bar BQ
- Cafe & Bar Celona
Hotel
- Goldene Henne
- Internationales Boardinghaus(Penthouse Hotel)
- Hotel Niedersachsen
- City Hotel Journal
The major train station for arrivals in Wuppertal is Wuppertal Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wuppertal Hbf for your journey to Wuppertal from Wolfsburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 14:00
Dining
- Vidaleo
- Cafe Extrablatt
- McDonald's
- KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Hotel
- Central-Hotel
- Ibis Wuppertal City
- Hotel Astor
- Arcade
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