- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Cheapest price
£228
Average price
£271
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Düsseldorf will cost around £271 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £228.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Düsseldorf every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 480 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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 flight as it is the most popular option from London to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £110.
Distance: 480 km
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£239 Average Price | £100 Average Price | £84 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Düsseldorf trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:01 London | 5h40 | 17:41 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:01 London | 5h40 | 18:41 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:04 London | 5h38 | 19:42 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:04 London | 5h38 | 20:42 Düsseldorf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 but you can travel from only £45 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 21:06. The fastest train covers the 480 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 480 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £110 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 4:13 |
Last train 21:06 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Düsseldorf Hbf -> Steinstraße/Königsallee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Düsseldorf trains use the London St Pancras International to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Use this guide to compare London and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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-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.
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.
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