1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 61 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Herzogenrath take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-38.64. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 1h 1m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:21 Düsseldorf | 1h02 | 8:23 Herzogenrath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:21 Düsseldorf | 1h02 | 9:23 Herzogenrath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Herzogenrath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Herzogenrath trip today.
Local history museum inside Burg Rode presenting Herzogenrath’s past through artefacts, period rooms, and changing displays in a historic setting.
Mining museum in nearby Alsdorf with preserved pit facilities and exhibitions explaining the coal industry that shaped the wider region.
Contemporary art museum in Aachen with changing exhibitions, sculpture, and modern architecture, a strong cultural stop close to Herzogenrath.
Pleasant old-town square beside Burg Rode, useful for strolling, photos, and getting a feel for Herzogenrath’s historic core.
Cross-border walking and cycling route following the Wurm valley, valued for greenery, easy access, and changing views near the town.
Popular park and leisure area in nearby Alsdorf with lakes, paths, and open green space for walks, cycling, and family outings.
Rhenish sauerbraten is beef marinated for days, then braised in a sweet-sour gravy. It is a regional Sunday classic across the Aachen and Rhineland area.
Himmel un Ääd combines mashed potato with apple sauce, often served with black pudding and fried onions. It is a deeply rooted Rhineland comfort dish.
Aachener Printen are firm spiced biscuits from nearby Aachen, flavoured with syrup and warming spices. They are one of the region’s best-known traditional treats.
Popular local Greek restaurant serving grilled meats, mixed platters and familiar taverna dishes in a convivial setting.
Established Italian restaurant in Herzogenrath with pizza, pasta and grilled dishes in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Traditional steakhouse known for grilled meat dishes and hearty portions in a classic, informal atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany; dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels can rise due to nearby Aachen and cross-border demand from Belgium and the Netherlands.
Service is included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath 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 Herzogenrath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Herzogenrath trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Herzogenrath station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Herzogenrath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Herzogenrath 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: Berlin, Nazar-Grill, Eurode Live, Zum Seehof
Wi-Fi is available at Herzogenrath. ATMs are available at Herzogenrath.
Ticket office support is available at Herzogenrath. Information desks are available at Herzogenrath.
Luggage storage is available at Herzogenrath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herzogenrath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Herzogenrath: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herzogenrath.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eurode, Abdij Rolduc.
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