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LWL-Museum Zeche Nachtigall
Industrial museum at the Nachtigall colliery site with mine buildings, adits and exhibitions explaining early Ruhr coal mining.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Witten run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 44m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Industrial museum at the Nachtigall colliery site with mine buildings, adits and exhibitions explaining early Ruhr coal mining.
Municipal museum presenting local history, archaeology and changing exhibitions that help explain Witten and the wider Ruhr region.
Dedicated memorial and exhibition site in the former synagogue, documenting Jewish life in Witten and the history of persecution.
Riverside leisure area on the Ruhr with paths, boating and green spaces, ideal for walks, cycling and relaxed views over the water.
Wooded recreation area with trails, viewpoints and links to the mining museum, offering one of Witten's most pleasant outdoor escapes.
Large municipal park with open lawns, mature trees and sports facilities, suited to a quiet break close to the centre.
A hearty Ruhr-area pea stew with bacon, sausages and vegetables, long associated with miners’ home cooking and cold-weather meals.
Curried sausage with ketchup-style sauce, a beloved everyday snack across the Ruhrgebiet and a staple at takeaway stands and casual eateries.
Pan-fried potato cakes, often served with apple sauce or beet syrup. They are common in North Rhine-Westphalia and traditional fairground fare.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty German and Ruhr-style dishes in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Well-known local restaurant with German and seasonal cooking, suited to a leisurely meal in a classic atmosphere.
Casual venue popular for regional comfort food and everyday dining, with a straightforward, friendly feel.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major cities, while local public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but it is customary to round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Witten 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 Witten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Witten trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Witten Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Witten-Annen Nord. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Witten 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 Friedrichstadt is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt 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: Fu chu yuan, Taj Mahal, Hai Xian, To1980
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Batavia, Hotel Ko, Hotel Burns, Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte.
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Witten Hbf is 1 km from Witten city centre. Public transport options include:
Witten Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Röhrchen-Klause, Haus Fründt, Athen-Restaurant, Casa Portuguesa
Wi-Fi is available at Witten Hbf. ATMs are available at Witten Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Witten Hbf. Information desks are available at Witten Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Witten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Witten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Witten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Witten Hbf.
Witten-Annen Nord is 1 km from Witten city centre. Public transport options include:
Witten-Annen Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: M&C Döner, La Rosa, Casa Mia, Athen Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Witten-Annen Nord. ATMs are available at Witten-Annen Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Witten-Annen Nord. Information desks are available at Witten-Annen Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Witten-Annen Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Witten-Annen Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Witten-Annen Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Witten-Annen Nord.
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