- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Düsseldorf will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 8 trains that leave Dortmund for Düsseldorf every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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ICE 646Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 58 km
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 542 | Delayed 20:41 22:15Dortmund Hbf | 1h02 | 21:30 21:30Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 842 · S1 | On time 23:12 Dortmund Hbf | 1h11 | 0:23 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
ICE 25 | On time 6:02 Dortmund Hbf | 0h55 | 6:57 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 915 · 55907 | On time 6:47 Dortmund Hbf | 1h09 | 7:56 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 27 | On time 7:55 Dortmund Hbf | 1h07 | 9:02 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 646 | On time 8:15 Dortmund Hbf | 0h56 | 9:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 946 | On time 9:13 Dortmund Hbf | 0h55 | 10:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 29 | On time 9:54 Dortmund Hbf | 1h05 | 10:59 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 12:27 Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 13:16 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 20:27 Dortmund Hbf | 0h49 | 21:16 Düsseldorf Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Dortmund to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 46m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Düsseldorf Hbf -> Steinstraße/Königsallee, Düsseldorf
The train from Dortmund to Düsseldorf takes approximately one hour on the German regional train network, Deutsche Bahn. There are five departures an hour, more in evening peak time, seven days a week. The first departure is just after 6:00 a.m., with trains running until just before midnight.
Dortmund Station is close to the city centre. Long distance, regional and local buses stop at Dortmumd bus station, adjacent to the train station. There are frequent underground and bus routes from the city centre and regional cities, such as Cologne and Essen. Taxis are available at the station.
Düsseldorf sits on the banks of the River Rhine and is famous for its nightlife, the annual programme of festivals and trade shows as well as the nine-day Kirmes funfair in the Summer. The Old Town, rebuilt after the war, is a popular shopping area. The banks of the River Rhine have beautiful promenades, taking visitors from the Parliament buildings, past the Rathausufer (Town Hall), and the Burgplatz to Rhine-Park. The Parliament is housed in a 16th-century building and it is well worth taking one of the guided tours available. The city centre is dotted with interesting and intriguing fountains and statues, both old and new. Düsseldorf Railway Station is located in the heart of the city centre. Rheinbahn AG operates a frequent underground, bus and tram network giving easy access to all parts of Düsseldorf and the suburbs. Taxi ranks are located at the station entrance.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund to Düsseldorf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dortmund to Düsseldorf trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park is 2 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund Signal Iduna Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Strobels, Rosenterassen
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. ATMs are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Information desks are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Signal Iduna Park.
Dortmund-Mengede is 8 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Mengede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Greek, Peking Garden, Piccola Enzo, Restaurant Symbol
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Mengede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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