How to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Düsseldorf to Antwerp

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a flight costs an average of $590.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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$78

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Compare ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp

Compare the available ways to get from Düsseldorf to Antwerp, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of $26 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Antwerp:

A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Antwerp costing on average $78 (€66).

A bus is $564 (€472) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Antwerp costing on average $590 (€494).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 34m.

Bus takes on average 4h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Antwerp including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Antwerp among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $26 (€22) compared to roughly $37 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 4h 17m versus 2h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Düsseldorf to Antwerp

How to get from Düsseldorf to Antwerp by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM4h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:55 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM4h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:55 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn28529 · ICE 10 · IC 4520
    7:00 PM3h06
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    10:06 PMAntwerp-Central
    $531One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn28533 · ICE 318 · IC 2644
    9:00 PM3h36
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:36 AMAntwerp-Central
    $531One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26808 · S41 · IC 534 · IC 2933
    8:40 AM4h48
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:28 PMAntwerp-Central
    $671One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26408 · S41 · IC 534 · IC 2933
    8:21 AM5h07
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:28 PMAntwerp-Central
    $671One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 AM3h30
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    1:45 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM3h25
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    7:45 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50429 · 1647
    10:40 AM7h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:50 PMAntwerpen, P+R Luchtbal
    $361One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1796 · KL1703
    6:25 AM3h15
    Dusseldorf Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1798 · KL1705
    8:15 AM6h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    2:40 PMBrussels Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1802 · KL1707
    2:30 PM7h45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Düsseldorf to Antwerp

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 87,91% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Düsseldorf to Antwerp. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp

Travel to Antwerp easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Antwerp.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Antwerp including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of $26 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Antwerp:

A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Antwerp costing on average $78 (€66).

A bus is $564 (€472) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Antwerp costing on average $590 (€494).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 34m.

Bus takes on average 4h 47m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is approximately 102 miles (165 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Antwerp is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Antwerp as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Antwerp:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Antwerp-Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Antwerp, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Antwerp by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Antwerp by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Regional-Express, Eurostar, Regional, VIAS Rail GmbH, NS International | IC Brussel to go to Antwerp by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Antwerp:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, Rotterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.
To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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