How to travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen

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Compare bus and train for Düsseldorf to Nijmegen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. 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 €17, while a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 58 miles (94 km)

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€35

Average price

€17

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Cheapest

€22

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2h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 53m

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30m

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3h 14m

Average total duration

2h 44m

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30m

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1h 27m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is a bus with an average price of €17.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Nijmegen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.31. The journey takes 1h 53m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:20 PM3h45
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    8:05 PMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    161One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:20 PM3h45
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    8:05 PMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    161One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 222 · IC 3023
    7:11 AM1h36
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    8:47 AMNijmegen station
    541One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · IC 3121
    6:17 AM1h45
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    8:02 AMNijmegen station
    291One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 206 · 10110 · 20066 · 32228
    7:34 AM2h48
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    10:22 AMNijmegen station
    341One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn20074 · 32244
    11:48 AM2h34
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    2:22 PMNijmegen station
    361One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 PM5h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:25 PMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    291One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen

Travel to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Nijmegen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is a bus with an average price of €17.

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

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 14m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is approximately 58 miles (94 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Nijmegen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Nijmegen, Tunnelweg.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Nijmegen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Eurobahn to go to Nijmegen by train.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Nijmegen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nijmegen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nijmegen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nijmegen, you can explore the iconic Waalbrug for panoramic views of the Waal River, visit the vibrant local market at Grote Markt, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the picturesque Kronenburgerpark. Attend a concert at the historic Stevenskerk or take a scenic bike ride along the Waal River. Discover Valkhof Park with its Roman ruins and the Museum Het Valkhof for Roman artifacts and modern art.
To fully experience Nijmegen, including its historical sites, vibrant city life, and natural surroundings, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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