How to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf

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Compare bus and train for Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of L 202 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of L 202, while a train costs an average of L 480.

Distance: 137 miles (221 km)

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Driving

L 480

Average price

L 202

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Cheapest

L 234

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

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30m

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7h 51m

Average total duration

7h 21m

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3h 21m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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

Compare ways to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf

Compare the available ways to get from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of L 202.

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

A bus is L 279 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf costing on average L 480.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saarbrücken and Düsseldorf including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf 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 L 480 compared to roughly L 234 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -L 245. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 21m 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 Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:25 AM4h40
    Saarbrücken
    8:05 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    L 1401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:25 AM4h40
    Saarbrücken
    8:05 AMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    L 1401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn4102 · ICE 200 · 28518
    9:47 AM4h12
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    1:59 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    L 4051One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4111 · ICE 1020 · ICE 1032
    8:19 AM4h29
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    12:48 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    L 2621One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn29511 · ICE 724
    8:51 AM4h46
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    1:37 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    L 2851One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4113 · 28518
    9:19 AM4h40
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    1:59 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    L 2911One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:35 AM5h25
    Saarbrücken
    5:00 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    L 1481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 AM6h15
    Saarbrücken
    12:55 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    L 1601One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 AM10h05
    Saarbrücken
    4:45 PMDüsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen)
    L 1651One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Düsseldorf including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of L 202.

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

A bus is L 279 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf costing on average L 480.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 51m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is approximately 137 miles (221 km).
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saarbrücken and Düsseldorf 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 Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV to go to Düsseldorf by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, London, Palma, 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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