How to travel from Gera to Düsseldorf

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Gera to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gera to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. 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 bus costs an average of €34, while a train costs an average of €120.

Distance: 231 miles (373 km)

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€34

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€120

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€68

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 22m

Average total duration

7h 52m

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6h 10m

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5h 40m

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5h 19m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Gera to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €34.

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

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gera to Düsseldorf costing on average €120.

A bus is €462 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gera to Düsseldorf costing on average €496.

The fastest way to travel from Gera to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 10m.

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Gera and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Gera to Düsseldorf 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 €34 compared to roughly €68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €34. The journey takes 7h 52m versus 5h 19m 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 Gera to Düsseldorf

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM7h35
    Gera, Bahnhofsplatz (FlixBus)
    8:35 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM7h35
    Gera, Bahnhofsplatz (FlixBus)
    8:35 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2123+Air BalticLH1976
    9:35 AM2h50
    Dresden Airport
    12:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    4241One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn3660 · ICE 578 · ICE 846
    1:05 PM7h08
    Gera Hbf
    8:13 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    1031One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2152 · ICE 599 · ICE 626
    12:04 PM5h34
    Gera Hbf
    5:38 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2152 · 26724 · 63614
    12:04 PM6h29
    Gera Hbf
    6:33 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    1321One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH159 · LH96+Air BalticLH1976
    6:20 AM6h05
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    12:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    2741One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH159 · LH98+Air BalticLH1976
    6:20 AM6h05
    Leipzig/Halle Airport
    12:25 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    2741One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2123+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4108
    9:35 AM3h10
    Dresden Airport
    12:45 PMDusseldorf Airport
    3591One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Gera to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Gera to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Gera and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Gera to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €34.

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

A bus is €86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gera to Düsseldorf costing on average €120.

A bus is €462 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gera to Düsseldorf costing on average €496.

The fastest way to travel from Gera to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 10m.

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

The distance from Gera to Düsseldorf is approximately 231 miles (373 km).
The average frequency per day from Gera to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gera to Düsseldorf:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gera Hbf and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gera, Bahnhofsplatz (FlixBus) and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gera to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Düsseldorf by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti to go to Düsseldorf by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Gera to Düsseldorf with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Gera to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Düsseldorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore Carlsplatz markets for diverse foods, take a Rhine River boat cruise, or visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Enjoy performances at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, or relax in the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Key sights include the Rheinturm for city views, luxury shopping at Königsallee, vibrant nightlife in Altstadt, art at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, and the baroque beauty of Schloss Benrath.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Düsseldorf's key attractions, such as the Altstadt, Königsallee, and Rheinturm, while enjoying its vibrant art scene and culinary offerings.

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