- Must visit
Von der Heydt-Museum
Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.
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Advantages
Seats comfortable with full equipmentNo delayVery clean train with snack machineDisadvantages
No staff availableYou can get from Wuppertal to Düsseldorf quickly and without changing trains. It had been very crowded, but it was not too noisy. There was no staff on the train, so there was no ticket control. It was very clean and the seats were comfortable and well equipped. There was also a snack machine on the train. As the train was not delayed, I found the journey perfect.
Advantages
Beautiful viewThe train was cleanDisadvantages
No negative propertiesI recently had the pleasure of travelling from Wuppertal to Düsseldorf and let's just say it's an absolutely fantastic ride. Was the whole experience from start to finish was extremely pleasant and I would like to have my positive review. First of all, the train service to the cities was extremely reliable and punctual.
The train was clean and comfortable which made the journey all the more enjoyable.
The seats were comfortable and there was enough legroom to relax during the journey. In addition, the staff on board were extremely friendly and helpful. They were always ready to answer questions and helped passengers find their seats. The overall service was excellent and made the journey even more enjoyable.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 23m.
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 26 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Wuppertal trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Wuppertal from £9. 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 Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£16
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
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 Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£11
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
15 a day
Eurobahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£11
Eurobahn frequency
9 a day
Complete guide to Wuppertal
Things to do in Wuppertal
Discover the best of Wuppertal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wuppertal trip today.
- Recommended
Engels-Haus
Museum and early industrial monument presenting the life and work of Friedrich Engels in the restored Engels House.
- Recommended
Kunstmuseum im Von der Heydt-Kunsthalle
Art museum in a former pumping station showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in an intimate setting.
- Must visit
Nordbahntrasse
Traffic-free former railway line turned into a long walking and cycling route with viaducts, murals and city panoramas.
- Recommended
Hardt-Anlagen
Large hillside park with woodland paths, lawns, sculptures and broad views over Wuppertal. Ideal for a relaxed stroll.
- Recommended
Briller Viertel
Historic district with grand villas, leafy streets and the famous stairway quarter atmosphere in the city centre hills.
- Vegetarian
Pillekuchen
A hearty potato pancake from the Bergisches Land, often served with bread, jam or apple sauce. It is a long-standing regional comfort food.
Bergische Kaffeetafel
The classic Bergisches coffee table spread with waffles, rice pudding, black bread, cold cuts and preserves. It is a famous social dining tradition of the region.
- Vegetarian
Bergische Waffeln
Yeast-raised waffles served with hot cherries and cream or rice pudding. They are a signature sweet speciality in and around Wuppertal.
Scarpati
Traditional restaurant in the historic Zoo district, known for Bergische and German classics in an elegant old-world setting.
Haus Zillertal
Historic hilltop venue popular for Bergische Kaffeetafel, waffles and regional fare with broad views over Wuppertal.
Wuppertaler Brauhaus
Long-established brewery venue serving hearty German dishes and fresh beer in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels are usually cheaper than in Cologne or Düsseldorf.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.
WSW move
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Prices
- Single ticket
- >= €0
- Day pass
- >= €0
To the city centre
Wuppertal Hbf -> Döppersberg, Wuppertal
- Distance
- 400 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Buy tickets in the official WSW move app before boarding; the app supports digital ticket purchase and journey planning.
- Wuppertal Hbf sits directly at Döppersberg in central Elberfeld, so many central sights are reachable on foot from the station.
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Wuppertal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal takes 23m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal is 26 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal departs at 23:42.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal run approximately 1 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Wuppertal. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn.
To get from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Wuppertal is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Wuppertal Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal offers pleasant views of the lush North Rhine-Westphalia countryside, industrial landscapes, and the unique sight of the Wuppertal Suspension Railway along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal is feasible. The journey takes 23m and covers a distance of 26 km. Trains run 1 time per day.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Wuppertal, allowing you to visit attractions like the Wuppertal Suspension Railway, the Von der Heydt Museum, and the Botanical Garden.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Wuppertal
Most Düsseldorf to Wuppertal trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Wuppertal leave from?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal 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 FlughafenDüsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 Düsseldorf
City-centre transport
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 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 · 23m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 25m · £3 · every ~8 min
721 · 31m · £3 · every ~7 min
Tram705, 707 · 30m · £3 · every ~4 min
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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 Wuppertal station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Trains from Düsseldorf to Wuppertal most often arrive at Wuppertal Hbf. Some services arrive at Solingen Hbf, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Wuppertal arrival station.
Wuppertal HbfWuppertal Hbf, Döppersberg 37, 42103 Wuppertal
Wuppertal Hbf train station facilities and services
Wuppertal 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: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
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