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LWL-Freilichtmuseum Detmold
Large open-air museum with historic farmhouses, workshops and gardens that present regional rural life in Westphalia.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 26 Oct
Cheapest price on 26 Oct
£19
Average ticket price on 26 Oct
£34
Fastest journey on 26 Oct
2 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 26 Oct
3 h 27 m
Trains on 26 Oct
3
Distance
165 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Detmold is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Detmold will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
On Mon 26 Oct, we found 3 trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.
1:324h26Düsseldorf5:58Detmold£191One-way0 changes- 7:422h57Düsseldorf10:39Detmold£321One-way0 changes
- 7:222h58Düsseldorf10:20Detmold£521One-way0 changes
- 7:422h57Düsseldorf10:39Detmold£321One-way0 changes
- 7:222h58Düsseldorf10:20Detmold£521One-way0 changes
- 1:324h26Düsseldorf5:58Detmold£191One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Detmold
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 11m.
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 £15
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 £15
Frequently asked questions about your Düsseldorf to Detmold trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Detmold.
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Detmold can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Detmold covers a distance of 165 km and takes approximately 2h 11m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Detmold is 165 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Detmold leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Detmold departs at 23:35.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold run approximately 9 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Düsseldorf to Detmold.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Detmold train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Detmold trains for today, Sunday 25 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:48 Düsseldorf | 2h32 | 9:20 Detmold | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 7:38 Düsseldorf | 2h00 | 9:38 Detmold | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:41 Düsseldorf | 2h58 | 10:39 Detmold | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf to Detmold trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Detmold from £15. 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
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 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.
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.
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.
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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Düsseldorf and Detmold
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a night train from Düsseldorf to Detmold.
Complete guide to Detmold
Things to do in Detmold
Discover the best of Detmold — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Detmold trip today.
- Recommended
Residenzmuseum
Compact museum inside the princely residence, showing furnished state rooms and courtly history in an authentic setting.
- Recommended
Stadtmuseum Detmold
Museum on local and regional history with displays on Detmold’s urban development, culture and everyday life.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Well-preserved old town area with half-timbered houses, small lanes and many of Detmold’s most attractive historic views.
- Recommended
Schlossplatz
Central square beside the princely palace, ideal for appreciating the residence frontage and the surrounding civic buildings.
- Recommended
Schlosspark
Popular landscaped park around the palace moat, suited to an easy stroll with views of the residence and mature trees.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pumpernickel
Pumpernickel is Westphalia’s dense dark rye bread, slowly baked for many hours. It is a regional staple and a defining flavour of local food culture.
Lippischer Pickert
Pickert is a traditional Lippe potato pancake or griddle cake made with flour and yeast, often served with butter, jam or sausage in and around Detmold.
Stippgrütze
Stippgrütze is a hearty Westphalian pan-fried dish of groats with pork. It is an old farmhouse speciality still associated with regional home cooking.
Restaurant im Residenzschloss Detmold
Elegant restaurant in a grand historic setting, known for refined seasonal cuisine and a more formal atmosphere within the Detmold court district.
Strate's Brauhaus
Traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty regional German dishes and beer in a rustic, lively setting close to Detmold’s historic centre.
Varus
Well-known local venue for classic German and regional fare, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to trying traditional dishes in the town centre.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can rise in peak periods. Costs are often lower than in major cities such as Munich or Frankfurt.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
Plan your visit to Detmold
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The train journey from Düsseldorf to Detmold offers a pleasant view of the German countryside, including stretches of the picturesque Teutoburg Forest, charming small towns, and pastoral landscapes, making it a moderately scenic route.
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Detmold train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Detmold 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 Detmold, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Detmold.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Detmold
Most Düsseldorf to Detmold trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Detmold station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Detmold train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Detmold
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Detmold leave from?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 49m · £26 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · £14 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Which Detmold station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Detmold arrive at Detmold. Detmold is from Detmold city centre.
DetmoldDetmold, Bahnhofstr. 8, 32756 Detmold
City-centre transport
Getting to Detmold from Detmold city centre
Bus717, 713, 707, 706, 704, 703, 702, 701 · 2m · every ~23 min
Detmold train station facilities and services
Detmold 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 and drink
Food options include: Cup, Vollkornbäckerei Meffert, Tilos Pizzabox, Wunderbar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Detmold. ATMs are available at Detmold.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Detmold. Information desks are available at Detmold.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Detmold. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Detmold: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Detmold: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Detmold.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residenz Hotel, Hotel Brechmann, StadtHotel, Hotel Lippischer Hof.
Train stations for Düsseldorf to Detmold
Check train stations information for Düsseldorf and Detmold, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Detmold is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Detmold.
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