- Must visit
Vasa Museum
Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A must for maritime history and one of Sweden’s top attractions.
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$153
Fastest journey
16 h 24 m
Average duration
17 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Stockholm will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Stockholm without transferring at least 3 times.
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+
1102 Öresundstågen+
548 X 2000
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+
1094 Öresundstågen+
546 X 2000
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+
1086 Öresundstågen+
544 X 2000
ICE 618 · ECE 396+
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1102 Öresundstågen
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1110 Öresundstågen
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1102 Öresundstågen+
548 X 2000Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 713 miles (1148 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$164 Average price | $227 Average price | $145 Average price Cheapest | $385 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 32m Average total duration 15h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 44m Average total duration 22h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Stockholm:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Stockholm costing on average $164 (€135).
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Stockholm costing on average $227 (€186).
Other travel options to Stockholm take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 2m.
Bus takes on average 22h 14m.
The journey is about 1h 15m faster (15h 2m by train vs 16h 17m by car) and roughly $221 (€181) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($164 (€135) vs $385 (€315)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Stockholm trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · ECE 396+ 1110 Öresundstågen+ 550 X 2000 | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h22 | 11:56 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ECE 396 · R 1102+ X2 550 | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h22 | 11:56 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 618 · ECE 396 · R 1102+ X2 550 | 6:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h22 | 11:56 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 206 · ECE 1196 · ICL 50046 · R 1112 | On time 7:34 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h22 | 11:56 PM Stockholm Central Station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 514 · ECE 1198 · R 1070+ X2 540 | On time 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h58 | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 514 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ICL 50026 | On time 8:33 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h58 | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 647 · 4446 · ECE 1198 · R 1070 | On time 9:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 21h43 | 7:31 PM Stockholm Central Station | 5 transfers | |
89739 · ICE 647 · 4446 · ECE 1198 | 9:56 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 22h27 | 8:23 PM Stockholm Central Station | 6 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1094 Öresundstågen+ 546 X 2000 | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h50 | 10:17 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1086 Öresundstågen+ 544 X 2000 | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h24 | 8:51 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1028 · ECE 398+ 1102 Öresundstågen+ 548 X 2000 | On time 4:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h43 | 11:10 PM Stockholm Central Station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Stockholm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $88 (€72) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 713 miles (1148 km) distance in 15h 1m.
Distance 713 miles (1148 km) |
Average train duration 15h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 15h 1m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Stockholm’s most famous museum, built around the preserved 17th-century warship Vasa. A must for maritime history and one of Sweden’s top attractions.
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Stockholm’s atmospheric old town, filled with narrow lanes, colorful facades, medieval squares, and major historic sights.
Green island park area home to several top museums, waterfront walks, and leafy paths. Ideal for a full sightseeing day.
Trendy district popular for creative culture, viewpoints, independent shops, and streets often featured in social media content.
Swedish meatballs, usually served with creamy gravy, lingonberries, and mashed or boiled potatoes. A classic comfort dish strongly associated with Stockholm and Swedish home cooking.
Cured salmon with salt, sugar, and dill, often served with hovmästarsås. It is a staple of Swedish festive tables and a signature Nordic seafood preparation.
A popular Swedish starter of shrimp mixed with mayonnaise and dill on toasted bread, often topped with roe. It is especially linked with classic Stockholm brasseries and seafood dining.
Historic fine-dining restaurant beside the Royal Opera, known for refined Swedish and Nordic cuisine in an elegant grand setting.
Well-known seafood restaurant near Nybroviken, respected for polished service and high-quality fish and shellfish in a classic upscale setting.
One of Stockholm’s oldest restaurants, celebrated for traditional Swedish cooking, heritage interiors, and a strong connection to local cultural history.
Stockholm is costly by European standards. Hotels, drinks, and dining add up fast, but transit and lunch deals can help manage daily costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Stockholm Central Station, Stockholm -> T-Centralen, Stockholm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Stockholm trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Stockholm Centralstation station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Stockholm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Stockholm Centralstation has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffe Ritazza, Blueberry Tunnelgången, Espresso House, Holy Monkey, Icha Icha, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Sushi Yama, O'Learys, & many more
The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Taxis, WC.
Available at Stockholm Centralstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockholm Centralstation: Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
Nearby hotels include Freys Hotel, Nordic Light Hotel, Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel.
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