Düsseldorf to Emden train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Emden

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£36

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h 13 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

7 h 48 m

Trains on 18 Sept

5

Distance

240 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Emden will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Düsseldorf to Emden, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 10 h 43 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    3:273h42
    Düsseldorf
    7:09Emden
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixTrain
    8:2710h43
    Düsseldorf
    19:10Emden
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9:123h13
    Düsseldorf
    12:25Emden
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixTrain
    8:3110h39
    Düsseldorf
    19:10Emden
    £381One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixTrain
    7:2710h43
    Düsseldorf
    18:10Emden
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Düsseldorf to Emden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Emden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 52m. 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 train costs an average of £25, while a coach costs an average of £27.

Distance: 240 km

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Coach
Driving

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

£38

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

11h 20m

Average total duration

10h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

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CO2 emissions

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Emden is a train with an average price of £25.

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

A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Düsseldorf to Emden costing on average £27.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Emden is by train with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Emden take longer:

Coach takes on average 10h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Emden including taking a train and coach.
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 £25 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 3h 22m versus 3h 13m 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.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Emden train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Emden trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixTrain7:27 Düsseldorf
10h43
18:10 Emden0 changesdirect
FlixTrain8:27 Düsseldorf
10h43
19:10 Emden0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn16:06 Düsseldorf
4h03
20:09 Emden0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
Deutsche Bahn3:27 Düsseldorf
3h42
7:09 Emden0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Deutsche Bahn as well as WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and more offer trains services from Düsseldorf to Emden.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Emden

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Trains from Düsseldorf to Emden run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 3h 13m.

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
Distance
240 km
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 13m
First train
0:06
Last train
22:14
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf to Emden trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Emden 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
3h 13m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£18
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

WestfalenBahn

About
WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.
Luggage & cancellation policy
WestfalenBahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£47
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
3 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£54
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
2 a day

Complete guide to Emden

Things to do in Emden

Discover the best of Emden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Emden trip today.

  • Must visit

Kunsthalle Emden

Major art museum with paintings, prints and changing exhibitions in a modern waterfront building. One of Emden’s most rewarding cultural visits.

  • Recommended

Ostfriesisches Landesmuseum Emden

Maritime museum about shipping, trade and daily life linked to Emden’s harbour. Good for understanding the city’s seafaring identity.

  • Recommended

Dat Otto Huus

Museum devoted to comedian Otto Waalkes, with memorabilia, film clips and playful exhibits. A light-hearted stop popular with visitors and locals.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually below big-city prices, while local transport and daily essentials stay fairly reasonable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Emden train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Emden can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Emden covers a distance of 240 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Emden is 240 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Emden leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Emden departs at 22:14.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Emden run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Emden. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Düsseldorf to Emden, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Emden.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Emden is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Emden Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Emden is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Emden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Emden offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony, with stretches of countryside, quaint villages, and views of the Ems River.
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Emden is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 13m. However, there are 8 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 240 km.
To fully explore Emden, including its historic sites, museums, and the picturesque harbour, a two-day visit is typically sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Emden.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Emden

Most Düsseldorf to Emden trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Emden Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Emden Außenhafen. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Emden 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 Emden

Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Emden leave from?

Trains from Düsseldorf to Emden 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 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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 · £13 · 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.

Düsseldorf FlughafenDüsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · £2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · £4 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · £4
721 · 23m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 25m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 31m · £3 · every ~7 min
Tram705, 707 · 30m · £3 · every ~4 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.

Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · £2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · £4 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · £4
721 · 26m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · £3 · every ~7 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.

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