How to travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim

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Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Hildesheim

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €526.

Distance: 150 miles (242 km)

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€526

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€62

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€53

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€44

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4h 0m

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8h 38m

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3h 42m

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim costing on average €62.

A bus is €474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim costing on average €526.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Hildesheim take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 0m.

Bus takes on average 9h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Hildesheim including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim 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 €53 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-8.69. The journey takes 8h 38m versus 3h 42m 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 Hildesheim

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

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

  • FlixBus
    3:26 PM6h14
    Düsseldorf
    9:40 PMHildesheim
    351One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    3:26 PM6h14
    Düsseldorf
    9:40 PMHildesheim
    351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:26 PM6h14
    Düsseldorf
    9:40 PMHildesheim
    351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim

Travel to Hildesheim 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 Hildesheim.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Hildesheim including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is a bus with an average price of €53.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim costing on average €62.

A bus is €474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim costing on average €526.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Hildesheim take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 0m.

Bus takes on average 9h 8m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is approximately 150 miles (242 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim is:
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Hildesheim Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Hannover Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Hildesheim, Bahnhof/ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Hildesheim by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Hildesheim by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Hildesheim by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Hildesheim often also extend their vacation to go to Hanover, Berlin, Hamburg, Frankfurt am Main, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hildesheim and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hildesheim to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two days are typically sufficient to explore Hildesheim, allowing time to visit its UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as St. Michael's Church and the Hildesheim Cathedral, along with its charming old town and museums.

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