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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
$0.00
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
6 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Zug to Düsseldorf without transferring at least 2 times.


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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zug to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$210 Average price | $217 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zug to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $136 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zug to Düsseldorf costing on average $210 (€171).
A bus is $144 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zug to Düsseldorf costing on average $217 (€178).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 13h 25m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (5h 29m by train vs 6h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $210 (€171) compared to roughly $135 (€110) 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 Zug to Düsseldorf trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:31 AM Zug | 6h01 | 5:32 PM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:01 PM Zug | 6h31 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:01 PM Zug | 6h42 | 11:43 PM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:26 AM Zug | 7h06 | 11:32 AM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:58 AM Zug | 6h34 | 1:32 PM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Zug | 6h31 | 3:32 PM Düsseldorf | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Zug to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $170 (€139) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€139) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 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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Düsseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf -> Heinrich-Heine-Allee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug to Düsseldorf trains use the Zug to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Zug and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
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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