How to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $188.

Distance: 255 miles (411 km)

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$215

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$55

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$314

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$121

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5h 55m

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5h 25m

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7h 29m

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5h 45m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $55 (€44).

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

A bus is $160 (€129) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Düsseldorf costing on average $215 (€173).

A bus is $260 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Düsseldorf costing on average $314 (€253).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 55m.

Bus takes on average 7h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Düsseldorf including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Düsseldorf among Omio's users.

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from Paris to Düsseldorf

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50448
    10:30 PM9h15
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    7:45 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50448
    10:30 PM9h15
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    7:45 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1006
    5:30 PM1h10
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    6:40 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $6181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9411+Regional26817
    7:46 AM4h44
    Paris Gare du Nord
    12:30 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $1551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity511+Regional18945 · 26425+Eurostar9329
    10:46 AM5h53
    Paris Gare du Nord
    4:39 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $1671One-way
    3 transfers
  • Eurostar9423+Regional26821
    9:45 AM4h45
    Paris Gare du Nord
    2:30 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $2371One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51297 · 50448
    8:30 PM11h15
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    7:45 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50428
    9:00 AM9h55
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:55 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 PM8h15
    Paris, Porte Maillot
    7:15 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $691One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceKL2002+KLMKL1799
    7:10 AM4h40
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    11:50 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $3551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL2006+KLMKL1799
    8:10 AM3h40
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    11:50 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $3701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceKL2022+KLMKL1805
    5:50 PM4h35
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:25 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $3851One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Paris to Düsseldorf

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf, 65,82% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Paris to Düsseldorf and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Paris 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 Paris to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Düsseldorf including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $55 (€44).

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

A bus is $160 (€129) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Düsseldorf costing on average $215 (€173).

A bus is $260 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Düsseldorf costing on average $314 (€253).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 55m.

Bus takes on average 7h 29m.

The distance from Paris to Düsseldorf is approximately 255 miles (411 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Düsseldorf 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 Paris to Düsseldorf:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta to go to Düsseldorf by flight.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regional, Intercity to go to Düsseldorf by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Düsseldorf with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Air France.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Barcelona, Munich. 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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