How to travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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Compare train and flight for Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $129 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $129, while a flight costs an average of $374.

Distance: 196 miles (317 km)

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$129

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$374

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$70

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4h 39m

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4h 9m

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4h 19m

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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 Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a train with an average price of $129 (€108).

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber:

A train is $246 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber costing on average $374 (€313).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Rothenburg ob der Tauber take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Rothenburg ob der Tauber including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 10m sooner (4h 9m by train vs 4h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $129 (€108) compared to roughly $70 (€59) 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.

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from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

How to get from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 913 · 10409 · ICE 25 · 57215
    7:02 AM5h49
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:51 PMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1291One-way
    4 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 913 · 10409 · ICE 25 · 57215
    7:02 AM5h49
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:51 PMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1291One-way
    4 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 525 · 57211 · 58895
    6:20 AM4h31
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    10:51 AMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1591One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 529 · 57215 · 58899
    8:18 AM4h33
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:51 PMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1701One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 527 · 57153 · 58897
    7:15 AM4h36
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:51 AMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1701One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn26407 · ICE 855 · ICE 1185 · 57161
    7:41 AM6h10
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:51 PMRothenburg ob der Tauber station
    $1811One-way
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber 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 Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Rothenburg ob der Tauber including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a train with an average price of $129 (€108).

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber:

A train is $246 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber costing on average $374 (€313).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Rothenburg ob der Tauber take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 39m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is approximately 196 miles (317 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Rothenburg ob der Tauber station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Frankfurt am Main Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Rothenburg ob der Tauber by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Rothenburg ob der Tauber by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Rothenburg ob der Tauber often also extend their vacation to go to Nuremberg, Munich, Frankfurt am Main, Munich Hbf, Füssen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rothenburg ob der Tauber to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rothenburg ob der Tauber, explore the Old Town with its medieval architecture and cobblestone streets. Experience the Night Watchman Tour for historical insights, and visit the festive Rothenburg Christmas Market. Enjoy Franconian cuisine at local restaurants. Take a scenic bike ride along the Tauber Valley. Key sights include the Rothenburg Town Walls for panoramic views, the iconic Plönlein street corner, St. Jakob's Church with the Holy Blood altarpiece, the striking Rothenburg Town Hall, and the intriguing Medieval Crime and Justice Museum.
Typically, a stay of 1 to 2 days is sufficient to explore Rothenburg ob der Tauber, allowing time to visit its medieval old town, walk along the city walls, and enjoy local attractions like the Christmas Museum and the Crime Museum.

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