How to travel from Düsseldorf to Trier

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Düsseldorf to Trier

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Trier 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 35m. 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 $458.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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$458

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$63

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$37

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4h 3m

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2h 3m

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3h 5m

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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 Trier is a bus with an average price of $26 (€22).

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

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Trier costing on average $63 (€52).

A bus is $431 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Trier costing on average $458 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Trier is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Trier including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Trier 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 $63 (€52) compared to roughly $37 (€30) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.01 (€-21.45). The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 37m 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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How to get from Düsseldorf to Trier by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 27 · 4110
    9:25 AM3h05
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $501One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 27 · 4110
    9:25 AM3h05
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $501One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 27 · 4110
    9:25 AM3h05
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $501One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 121 · 10017
    8:46 AM3h41
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:27 PMTrier Hbf
    $521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · IC 2040 · 4108
    8:24 AM3h06
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    11:30 AMTrier Hbf
    $561One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn28511 · 4112
    9:58 AM3h32
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Trier

Travel to Trier 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 Trier.

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

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

A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Trier costing on average $63 (€52).

A bus is $431 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Trier costing on average $458 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Trier is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 4h 34m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Trier is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Trier is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Trier 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 Trier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Trier Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Trier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Trier by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Trier by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Trier by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Trier:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Trier often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Paris, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trier and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Trier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Trier, you can visit the Aula Palatina, a Roman basilica with a remarkable interior, explore the picturesque Moselle River with boat tours, and enjoy the Trier Christmas Market for traditional crafts and local delicacies. Discover the engineering marvel of the Imperial Baths and indulge in a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards renowned for Riesling wines. Key sights include Porta Nigra, the Trier Cathedral, the Basilica of Constantine, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Karl Marx House museum.
To fully explore Trier's Roman ruins, historic sites, and museums, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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