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Science and Industry Museum
Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.
Cheapest price
£387
Average price
£387
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
661 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Manchester will cost around £387 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £387.
To travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £387.
Distance: 661 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£387 Average Price | £130 Average Price | £89 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 15m Average total duration 17h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:09 Düsseldorf | 6h10 | 12:19 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:10 Düsseldorf | 8h09 | 16:19 Manchester | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £387 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 10:37. The fastest train covers the 661 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 661 km |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £387 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 6:37 |
Last train 10:37 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Manchester trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Manchester 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.
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