Düsseldorf to Dachau train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Dachau

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£245

Average price

£245

Fastest journey

4 h 58 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

469 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dachau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Dachau will cost around £245 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £245.

Fast trains

To travel from Düsseldorf to Dachau you need to make at least 2 changes.

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
10:534h58
Düsseldorf
15:51Dachau Bahnhof
£2451One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Düsseldorf to Dachau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Dachau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £46.

Distance: 469 km

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5h 26m

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4h 56m

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Live departures

Düsseldorf to Dachau train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Dachau trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:53 Düsseldorf
4h58
15:51 Dachau Bahnhof2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Dachau

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Trains from Düsseldorf to Dachau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 469 km distance in 6h 44m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance
469 km
Average train duration
4h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£34
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
6h 44m
First train
00:23
Last train
23:29
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Düsseldorf to Dachau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Dachau from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 58m
Cheapest Price
£245
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Dachau train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Dachau 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 Dachau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A visit to Dachau can typically be completed in one day, as most visitors spend several hours exploring the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and its museum exhibits.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Dachau offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with stretches of scenic views as you pass through the picturesque Bavarian countryside, especially as you approach Dachau. While not the most renowned for its scenery, the route provides glimpses of Germany's natural beauty.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Dachau in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Dachau is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 44m. The distance is 469 km, and there are 8 train services per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Dachau can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Dachau is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Dachau is 469 km.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Dachau covers a distance of 469 km and takes approximately 6h 44m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Dachau is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Dachau Bahnhof.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Dachau leaves at 0:23.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Dachau.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Dachau departs at 23:29.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Dachau, you can take a train.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Dachau run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Düsseldorf to Dachau.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Dachau.

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Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Dachau

Düsseldorf
Dachau
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Dachau.
Düsseldorf HbfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zaxopondeiva Cafe
  • Lauren's Cafe
  • China Imbiss
  • Fu chu yuan
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Lindenhof
  • Hotel Batavia
  • Sir Astor
  • Lady Astor
Düsseldorf FlughafenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 Düsseldorf
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Telefónica Kantine
  • Telefónica Cafeteria
  • Snack Point
  • Imbiss
Hotel
Hotel
  • Novotel
  • Ibis
Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • L'Osteria
  • Bauernstube Deppe
  • Luxor Grill
  • McDonald's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
  • Lindner Airport
  • Hotel Maritim

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