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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
49 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
49 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Fast trains
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
7:480h49Düsseldorf8:37Erkelenz£461One-way0 changes- 8:480h49Düsseldorf9:37Erkelenz£461One-way0 changes
- 8:480h49Düsseldorf9:37Erkelenz£461One-way0 changes
- 7:480h49Düsseldorf8:37Erkelenz£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Düsseldorf to Erkelenz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is a train with an average price of £44.
The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is by train with an average journey time of 41m.
Yes, you can take a train between Düsseldorf and Erkelenz.
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 £44 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-37.96. The journey takes 41m versus 40m 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.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Erkelenz train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Erkelenz trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:48 Düsseldorf | 0h49 | 8:37 Erkelenz | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:48 Düsseldorf | 0h49 | 9:37 Erkelenz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz
GermanyGermany
Trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 38m.
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 36 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 0:16 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Erkelenz from £16. 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
49m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£46
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
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£19
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
1 a day
Eurobahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurobahn Duration
46m
Cheapest Eurobahn Price
£19
Eurobahn frequency
11 a day
Complete guide to Erkelenz
Things to do in Erkelenz
Discover the best of Erkelenz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Erkelenz trip today.
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Infozentrum Tagebau Garzweiler
Regional mining-themed museum nearby that helps visitors understand the landscape changes affecting villages around Erkelenz.
Museum Haus Hohenbusch
Museum at Haus Hohenbusch presenting monastic and regional history in a historic estate setting near Erkelenz.
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Markt
Main market square framed by historic façades and civic buildings. A useful base for walks through the compact old town.
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Aussichtspunkt Jackerath
Popular viewpoint area overlooking the Garzweiler opencast landscape, offering insight into the region’s changing geography.
Ziegelweiherpark
Green park area by the old town walls, suitable for a short stroll and a quieter view of central Erkelenz.
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Erkelenz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz 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 Erkelenz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is 36 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz leaves at 0:16.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz departs at 23:32.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Erkelenz. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Erkelenz is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Erkelenz station.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz 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 Erkelenz offers a pleasant view of the North Rhine-Westphalia countryside, featuring rolling fields and small towns, though it is not typically considered exceptionally scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz is feasible. The journey takes 38m and covers a distance of 36 km. Trains run 10 times per day, making it convenient to travel back and forth within a day.
A stay of two to three days in Erkelenz is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions and enjoy the local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Erkelenz
Most Düsseldorf to Erkelenz trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Erkelenz station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Erkelenz 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 Erkelenz
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Erkelenz leave from?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz 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.
Düsseldorf-BilkDüsseldorf-Bilk, Friedrichstr. 145, 40217 Düsseldorf
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
BusNe7 · 4m · £3
TramU83, U73, U72, U71 · 4m · £2 · every ~36 min
Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Bilk 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: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalDüsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
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 · £5 · 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.
Which Erkelenz station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Erkelenz arrive at Erkelenz. Erkelenz is 1 km from Erkelenz city centre.
ErkelenzErkelenz, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 1, 41812 Erkelenz
City-centre transport
Getting to Erkelenz from Erkelenz city centre
BusSb8, 418, 412, 405, 401, Ek4, Sb1 · 3m · every ~10 min
Erkelenz train station facilities and services
Erkelenz 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: Pizzeria Riva Azurro, Pizza Life, Delphi, Dönar-Pizza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erkelenz. ATMs are available at Erkelenz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erkelenz. Information desks are available at Erkelenz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erkelenz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erkelenz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erkelenz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erkelenz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Weiher, Hotel zur Giftmühle.
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