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Stadtmuseum Nordhorn
Main local museum on Nordhorn’s textile era, industry and everyday life, housed in a former factory setting by the water.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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 Nordhorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 136 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Nordhorn take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 47m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.77. The journey takes 2h 30m versus 2h 6m 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 Nordhorn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2206 · 20362+ 83656 | On time 8:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h15 | 11:26 Nordhorn-Blanke | 2 changes | |
IC 2206 · 20362+ 83656 | On time 8:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 11:29 Nordhorn | 2 changes | |
26809 · ICE 616+ 90276+ 20362 | 8:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h04 | 11:26 Nordhorn-Blanke | 4 changes | |
26809 · ICE 616+ 90276+ 20362 | 8:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h07 | 11:29 Nordhorn | 4 changes | |
ICE 1036 · ICE 148+ 83658 | On time 9:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 12:26 Nordhorn-Blanke | 2 changes | |
ICE 1036 · ICE 148+ 83658 | On time 9:08 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h21 | 12:29 Nordhorn | 2 changes | |
ICE 204+ 90278+ 20364+ 83658 | On time 9:34 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h52 | 12:26 Nordhorn-Blanke | 3 changes | |
ICE 204+ 90278+ 20364+ 83658 | On time 9:34 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h55 | 12:29 Nordhorn | 3 changes | |
IC 2204 · 20366+ 83660 | On time 10:09 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h15 | 13:24 Nordhorn-Blanke | 2 changes | |
26813 · ICE 614+ 90306+ 20366 | 10:22 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h02 | 13:24 Nordhorn-Blanke | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:05, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 2:05 |
Last train 21:34 |
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Discover the best of Nordhorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nordhorn trip today.
Main local museum on Nordhorn’s textile era, industry and everyday life, housed in a former factory setting by the water.
Art space with changing contemporary exhibitions, a good stop for regional culture in the town centre.
Museum and documentation site on cross-border rural life and school history in a traditional setting near Nordhorn.
Monastic estate and peaceful walking area with historic buildings, gardens and woodland paths just outside the centre.
Central square and shopping area with historic churches, weekly market atmosphere and easy access to canalside walks.
Green waterside park around the former zoo grounds, ideal for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Hearty Grünkohl stew with kale, potatoes and smoked sausage. A classic Lower Saxony winter dish widely eaten around Nordhorn.
Mashed potatoes mixed with apples and often served with black pudding or sausage. A traditional north-west German comfort dish.
Smoked eel from regional rivers and waterways, usually served simply with bread. It reflects the area’s old fishing traditions.
Established steak and grill restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere, known for generous meat dishes and reliable service.
Traditional German dining spot serving regional classics and hearty plates in a cosy, straightforward setting.
Waterside restaurant with a polished feel, offering seasonal dishes and a broader menu suited to a leisurely meal.
Nordhorn is generally cheaper than larger German city breaks. Accommodation, casual dining and local transport are usually moderate, with fewer high-end tourist mark-ups.
In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is standard; large tips are not expected.
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Nordhorn Bahnhof -> Markt, Nordhorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Nordhorn 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 Nordhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Nordhorn trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Nordhorn-Blanke station pair, with some services arriving at Nordhorn, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Nordhorn 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.
Nordhorn-Blanke is 1 km from Nordhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhorn-Blanke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
ATMs are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
Available at Nordhorn-Blanke: Parking.
Available at Nordhorn-Blanke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
Nordhorn, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhorn, Bahnhof.
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